Second Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach

Bates College•Lewiston, ME

11d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Second Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach is responsible for aiding the Head Coach in administering a competitive NCAA Division III intercollegiate program. This position supports the development of student-athletes through mentorship, guidance, leadership opportunities, community building, and a commitment to social justice. The Assistant Coach focuses primarily in the areas of planning and assisting with conditioning, training, and performance of student-athletes. This is a seasonal assistant coaching position, and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of affiliated national, regional, and state intercollegiate athletic associations, the NESCAC Conference, and the College. The Assistant Coach will have significant night and weekend commitments. This position reports to the Head Coach.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience playing or coaching the sport, college level preferred.
Experience and/or demonstrated success in supervising young adults and managing programs preferred.
Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community.
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships. Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
Ability to establish rapport quickly with students and their families, while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Knowledgeable about the skills and tactics of the sport.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in basic data management systems, Front Rush, game film editing programs and basic computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
Ability and willingness to travel (by car, air, train or bus) domestically and internationally as needed.
Ability and willingness to work weekends, evenings and other non-traditional schedules.
Personal commitment to excellence and the mission of a top-tier small liberal arts college.
Current CPR & First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Adheres to and enforces all policies and procedures of the Department of Athletics & Physical Education and the College as well as the rules and regulations of the NESCAC, the NCAA and other authorities that may legitimately influence the intercollegiate athletics program.
Completes all required departmental and institutional training and certification programs and participates actively in available professional development opportunities.
Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, including counseling team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters.
Assists the head coach in monitoring the eligibility status and academic progress of student-athletes.
Assists the head coach in developing and implementing strategies for motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and a team.
Provide training necessary through skills, strength, and conditioning to enable students to compete safely and competitively
Ensures the safety of student-athletes and coaching staff through careful monitoring of the condition of athletic equipment and facilities utilized by the designated sport.
Confirms that sport camps and clinics related to the sport program adhere to NCAA and institutional rules and regulations.
Serve as a caring, empathetic, and engaged advisor and mentor to students athletes, having a knowledge of campus resources to refer student athletes when necessary
Performs all other duties as assigned by the head coach, Director of Athletics or any other senior level administrator.