Assistant Coach-Lacrosse

EXPIRED

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Teaches and coaches current student-athletes and recruits prospective student-athletes in the sport of Lacrosse. Assists the Head Coach in the management of the overall program.

JOB DUTIES:

55% - Essential - Teaching and Coaching: Coaches practice sessions, workouts, and games. Teaches student-athletes the fundamentals and strategies required to compete at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics. Teaches student athletes the rules of competition. Teaches student athletes to safely compete and ensures compliance with sports medicine policies. Instructs student athletes regarding team concepts. Attends preparatory meetings and assists in designing and developing practice and game plans. Stays abreast of sport techniques, strategies, rules, and skills. Works directly with student-athletes. Effectively communicates strategies, objectives, techniques, and concepts to team members. Performs other necessary instructional and coaching duties.

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Teaches and coaches current student-athletes and recruits prospective student-athletes in the sport of Lacrosse. Assists the Head Coach in the management of the overall program.

JOB DUTIES:

55% - Essential - Teaching and Coaching: Coaches practice sessions, workouts, and games. Teaches student-athletes the fundamentals and strategies required to compete at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics. Teaches student athletes the rules of competition. Teaches student athletes to safely compete and ensures compliance with sports medicine policies. Instructs student athletes regarding team concepts. Attends preparatory meetings and assists in designing and developing practice and game plans. Stays abreast of sport techniques, strategies, rules, and skills. Works directly with student-athletes. Effectively communicates strategies, objectives, techniques, and concepts to team members. Performs other necessary instructional and coaching duties.

20% - Essential - Recruiting: Identifies and recruits quality student-athletes who have a reasonable opportunity for success both academically and athletically at Clemson University. Maintains well-developed organizational and interpersonal skills. Collaborates with the Head Coach and Compliance Services with respect to recruiting evaluations, communications, and travel.

20% - Essential - Program Management and Operations: Assists the Head Coach in the management of the overall program as directed. Examples of assistance may include, but are not limited to, providing support to Athletic Academic Services, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, enforcing academic policies, participating in public relations efforts to promote the program, coordinating scheduling, administering team travel, equipment management, personnel management, etc.

5% - Essential - Professional Development: Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the sport. Complies with all University, Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations. Engages in continuing education with the Compliance Office and within the sport.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience - 1+ years coaching

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

60% - Stand for prolonged period
10% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
40% - Walk or move about
40% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
25% - Recognize or inspect visually
25% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
25% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

10% - Exposure to heat or cold
5% - Wet or humid
15% - Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hrs: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

July 5, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.