Head Coach, Men’s Lacrosse

EXPIRED

The Men’s Head Lacrosse position involves providing overall instruction and management of the men’s soccer team at Davis & Elkins College. D&E is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Mountain East Conference (MEC) and the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC). This is a ten-month position. 

  QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor’s degree required and master’s degree strongly preferred. 
• Proven success in coaching and recruiting or equivalent experience. 

The Men’s Head Lacrosse position involves providing overall instruction and management of the men’s soccer team at Davis & Elkins College. D&E is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Mountain East Conference (MEC) and the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC). This is a ten-month position. 

  QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor’s degree required and master’s degree strongly preferred. 
• Proven success in coaching and recruiting or equivalent experience. 
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• Candidate must possess a commitment to the integrated role athletics play in an institution of higher education. 
• Ability to adhere to and ensure compliance with NCAA, MEC, and GMAC rules and regulations and ability to lead and nurture a diverse student and administrative population. 
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently efficiently and effectively. 
• Ability to multi-task, work effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Strong oral, presentation, and written communication skills including the ability to communicate to students, parents, staff, faculty, and external constituents of the college. 
• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to make effective decisions based on facts and sound judgment. 
• Proficient in computer programs including Windows, Outlook, Word and Excel, and available technological integration for athletics (i.e., recruiting, on-field instruction, social media integration, student-athlete services, etc.). 
• Ability to obtain a valid Class D WV license with passenger endorsement. 

  JOB DUTIES:  

• Instructs student-athletes in all aspects of the sport during practice and competition. 
• Identifies, researches, and recruits prospective student-athletes that fit the academic profile of the institution and of the athletic ability to contribute to the success of the program. 
• Ensures student-athlete academic success through intervention and campus resources. 
• Fundraises to support the operating costs of the program. 
• Makes travel arrangements and sets a competitive out-of-conference schedule. 
• Stores and issues equipment and ensures purchases are fiscally responsible. 
• Models high levels of character and sportsmanship and sets expectations for conduct within the program. 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Evening and weekend work as necessary 

  FLSA STATUS: Exempt 

  To Apply: Applicants should submit cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of at least three professional references via email to Jane Corey, Director of Human Resources, at coreym@dewv.edu. Please write “Men’s Lacrosse Coach” in the subject line.