Head Womens Lacrosse Coach

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Head Womens Lacrosse Coach-34055

University Staff

Description

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Head Womens Lacrosse Coach-34055

University Staff

Description

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Intercollegiate Athletics

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Head Women's Lacrosse Coachto join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site. This position isExempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary/Pay Range : $ 53,000 - $62,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

Head coach the varsity women’s lacrosse team for intercollegiate competition at a nationally competitive level.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Coaching

  • Train varsity women’s lacrosse teams for intercollegiate competition at a nationally competitive level.
  • Develop and implement 5 year, annual, seasonal, monthly, weekly and daily plan for practice and development.
  • Develop and implement game plan.
  • Maintain and increase knowledge of lacrosse training and coaching techniques.
  • Supervise the training, development and placement of staff personnel.

• Recruiting

  • Evaluate prospective student-athletes.
  • Develop and maintain correspondence for prospective student-athletes.
  • Schedule, coordinate and supervise official and unofficial visits of prospective student-athletes.
  • Supervise National Letter of Intent Signing and Athletic Financial Aid Contracts.

• Academics

  • Monitor academic performance of student-athletes.
  • Counsel student-athletes.
  • Ensure compliance with all UCCS and NCAA regulations regarding academic eligibility requirements.

• Scheduling

  • Plan and coordinate Division II women’s lacrosse schedule within NCAA, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and institutional guidelines.
  • Supervise home game administration.
  • Plan and coordinate team travel and lodging.

• Fund Raising

  • Solicit sponsors to provide cash, merchandise and/or services.
  • Organize and sponsor tournaments and other athletic events.

• Public Relations

  • Develop and maintain positive public relations with the University and community.
  • Project positive image of UCCS and Department of Athletics.
  • Supervise correspondence regarding UCCS lacrosse.
  • Promote UCCS lacrosse.

• Other Duties

  • Adhere to and assist in the development of the budget of the women’s lacrosse program.
  • Other duties as prescribed by the Director of Athletics.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: July 10, 2024
• Potential interview dates: July 15, 2024 - July 26, 2024
• Potential start date: Early to mid August 2024

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 3 years of experience coaching women’s lacrosse at the collegiate level.

Preferred Requirements

• Head Coaching experience at the NCAA Division II level.
• Proven ability to motivate the scholar athlete to perform in the classroom and playing field.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employee is occasionally required to kneel, crouch, reach, handle, talking, have near acuity and visual depth perception. The employee will often be exposed to noise. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and will frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

Special Instructions to Applicants:• Applications submitted by July 10, 2024 will receive full consideration. • Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 34055). • Official transcripts will be required upon hire. • Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information.If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.Application Materials Required:Cover Letter, Resume/CVApplication Materials Instructions:Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category

:Athletics

Primary Location

:Colorado Springs

Department:C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus-40009 - VCSA-INTERCOLLEGIATEATHLETICS

Schedule

:Full-time

Posting Date

:Jun 26, 2024

Unposting Date

:Ongoing

Posting Contact Name:Heather Sutton

Posting Contact Email:hsander2@uccs.edu

Position Number:00003279