Head Men's Lacrosse Coach

POSITION SUMMARY

The head coach for the men's lacrosse team is a full-time position. The team is part of the Athletics Department and abides by the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and the NCAA Division III rules. The head coach will serve as a role model of the high standards expected of our students. A successful candidate will have experience recruiting students, as well as cultivating friends of the various programs to meet enrollment and fundraising goals. The successful candidate will demonstrate and support a commitment and sensitivity to diversity, gender equity, and equal opportunity.

Supervision Received/Exercised:
This position reports directly to the Associate Athletics Director, but also has oversight from the Director of Athletics and supervises assistant coaches

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

-Oversee all aspects of the program, including practices, game day, competition, travel and setting and accomplishing program goals and competitive success benchmarks.

• Recruit and retain academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Alma College and its men’s lacrosse program, in partnership and collaboration with the University's broader admissions and enrollment objectives.

-Work with the Athletics Director and Admissions staff to establish annual recruitment goals.

-Direct, guide, and mentor assistant coaches and provide expertise in multiple domains of instruction and game strategy, e.g. pitching, base running, and offense.

POSITION SUMMARY

The head coach for the men's lacrosse team is a full-time position. The team is part of the Athletics Department and abides by the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and the NCAA Division III rules. The head coach will serve as a role model of the high standards expected of our students. A successful candidate will have experience recruiting students, as well as cultivating friends of the various programs to meet enrollment and fundraising goals. The successful candidate will demonstrate and support a commitment and sensitivity to diversity, gender equity, and equal opportunity.

Supervision Received/Exercised:
This position reports directly to the Associate Athletics Director, but also has oversight from the Director of Athletics and supervises assistant coaches

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

-Oversee all aspects of the program, including practices, game day, competition, travel and setting and accomplishing program goals and competitive success benchmarks.

• Recruit and retain academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Alma College and its men’s lacrosse program, in partnership and collaboration with the University's broader admissions and enrollment objectives.

-Work with the Athletics Director and Admissions staff to establish annual recruitment goals.

-Direct, guide, and mentor assistant coaches and provide expertise in multiple domains of instruction and game strategy, e.g. pitching, base running, and offense.

-Work with Associate Athletics Director and Center for Student Success to monitor progress and eligibility of all student-athletes.

-Work collaboratively with Student Services and Residence Life staff with respect to student needs and any issues related to student behavior.

-Collaborate with Athletics Director in establishing a fundraising plan for the men's lacrosse team that meets the department's annual fundraising goals and aligns with the college's overall fundraising strategy.

-Prepare and collaborate with the Director of Athletics on the annual budget for the men's lacrosse program.

-Work cooperatively with personnel in athletic department, attend department meetings and activities, and always represents the college positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and general public.

-Ensure an environment that promotes student safety.

-Cultivate positive relationships with students and their families.

-Support the philosophy and mission of the college and the athletic department.

-Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth by the team, college, MIAA, and NCAA with the utmost integrity.

-Any secondary duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

. Bachelor's degree, with a minimum of two (2) years' experience coaching lacrosse.
. Ability to perform physical tasks associated with coaching a collegiate level lacrosse team.
. Firm commitment to a student-centered culture and the academic success of students are essential.
. Excellent computer, written and oral communication skills.
.A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

. Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic planning.
. Experience in identifying and recruiting student athletes.
. Experienced manager of people and budgets.
. Ability to cultivate alumni and booster participation.
. Proven fund-raising experience to support programs.
. Experience working with underrepresented, first-generation, Pell-eligible, and diverse populations

Alma College is classified as a selective Baccalaureate College: Diverse Fields by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Alma is committed to academic excellence and the development of responsible leaders; our students thrive on challenging academic programs in a supportive, small-college environment emphasizing active, collaborative learning and close student-faculty interaction. Alma is a private Phi Beta Kappa institution located in the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

Alma College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

Alma College recognizes that we are all transformed when we celebrate and value the varied identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our campus community. We are committed to recognizing and removing barriers to success and providing equitable access to opportunities through education and advocacy. In our increasingly diverse campus and world, we pledge to create a climate where everyone is safe and free to grow intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally.

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