Head Men's Lacrosse Coach

EXPIRED

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: HeadCoach –Men’s Lacrosse Division/Department: Athletics

Supervisor/Manager: Dir. of Athletics Status: Full-time

Position Summary:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: HeadCoach –Men’s Lacrosse Division/Department: Athletics

Supervisor/Manager: Dir. of Athletics Status: Full-time

Position Summary:

Under indirect supervision, this position is responsible for all aspects of the Men’s Lacrosse program. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics, keeping him/her well-informed of all planning, organizing, and development of Mitchell College’s Men’s Lacrosse program. In addition to coaching, the incumbent will be responsible for recruiting and administrative duties, in accordance with Mitchell College, Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) and NCAA Division III regulations.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Oversees the identification, evaluation and recruitment of potential lacrosse student-athletes.
• Directs all aspects of the coaching of the program.
  1. Coordinates the physical development of each student-athlete through appropriate strength and conditioning, and practice sessions.
  2. Administrative duties related to active coaching
  3. Advises and counsels student-athletes academically, athletically and socially.
  4. Monitors the academic progress of each lacrosse student-athlete.
• Directs all aspects of the management of the program
  1. Fiscally responsible for all areas of the lacrosse budget, including budget proposal, accounting and expenditure.
  2. Coordinates all travel arrangements for team trips.
  3. Recommends and oversees the purchase of new lacrosse equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
  4. Oversee summer camps and team fundraising.
  5. With the Director of Athletics oversees the development of the competition schedule.
• Represents the College meetings.
• Maintains a visible presence at department functions, College open houses and College events.
• Is a visible, fully integrated member of the College community.
• Performs all other duties as assigned, including ancillary responsibilities.

Required Education and Experience:

● Bachelor’s degree in related field required, MS degree preferred

● Minimum of 2–3 years of coaching experience, preferably at the college level

● Collegiate playing experience

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain

effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.

● Current and valid driver’s license

● Current First Aid, CPR & AED certification

Key Skills / Knowledge:

• Standard computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
• Front Rush – is a required tool for all Head Coaches – they must maintain an active recruiting database, current roster and alumni database.