Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach

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Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
Staff » Athletics
Posted Wednesday, May 8, 2024

JOB TITLE: Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
POSITION NUMBER: HC9992
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Athletic Director
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
TYPE: Full-Time

SUMMARY:
Lawrence Technological University, an NAIA Institution and member of the Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference is accepting applications for Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach supports the mission of the college by leading and managing all aspects of the college’s men’s lacrosse program, developing and executing effective coaching strategies, recruiting talented student-athletes and retaining them, overseeing team practices and games, fostering a positive team culture, manage operating budgets, and ensuring the overall success and growth of the program. Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach provides the strategic oversight of the department and supervision, guidance, and leadership to Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coaches. Serves a Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

JOB DUTIES:

· Evaluate, recruit, coach and mentor qualified student-athletes and prepare the team for a full intercollegiate lacrosse experience.

· Oversee all aspects of the men’s lacrosse program operations, including, but not limited to, the development and management of all full-time, part-time, volunteer, and student assistant coaching staff.

Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
Staff » Athletics
Posted Wednesday, May 8, 2024

JOB TITLE: Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
POSITION NUMBER: HC9992
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Athletic Director
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
TYPE: Full-Time

SUMMARY:
Lawrence Technological University, an NAIA Institution and member of the Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference is accepting applications for Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach supports the mission of the college by leading and managing all aspects of the college’s men’s lacrosse program, developing and executing effective coaching strategies, recruiting talented student-athletes and retaining them, overseeing team practices and games, fostering a positive team culture, manage operating budgets, and ensuring the overall success and growth of the program. Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach provides the strategic oversight of the department and supervision, guidance, and leadership to Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coaches. Serves a Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

JOB DUTIES:

· Evaluate, recruit, coach and mentor qualified student-athletes and prepare the team for a full intercollegiate lacrosse experience.

· Oversee all aspects of the men’s lacrosse program operations, including, but not limited to, the development and management of all full-time, part-time, volunteer, and student assistant coaching staff.

· Develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment plan for the entire men’s lacrosse staff, ensuring a robust and competitive roster from local, regional, and national landscape.

· Ensure a culture of compliance around all NAIA, WHAC, and Lawrence Technological rules and regulations and ensure all coaching staff members and student-athletes do the same.

· Oversee student-athlete academic progress, be available for consultation/support for student athletes and direct student-athletes to the appropriate academic professionals to ensure academic success.

· Travel for conference and/or national meetings and fundraising, alumni and community events.

· Develop yearly, non-conference, game schedules to ensure high-level competition in preparation for WHAC, NAIA, and post-season.

· Select and purchase all equipment necessary to ensure a competitive men’s lacrosse program while being fiscally responsible.

· Collaborate with the Director of Athletics and other coaches to work on a field schedule that works for everyone.

· Work closely with Yellowflag Productions and our Sports Information Director to develop a media plan and be available for interviews and speaking engagements to internal and external constituents.

· Serve on departments and campus-wide committees as requested, as well as other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversight of full, part-time, graduate assistants, and volunteer coaches

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
A Bachelor’s degree is required. Five years of coaching experience in the collegiate setting and/or at a highly respected high school program. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to work non-traditional hours, including late night and weekends. Enthusiasm and willingness to develop, initiate, and actively recruit, retain, and develop student-athletes. Commitment to work and educate inclusively with a diverse student population. Sound administrative and supervisory skills.

Lawrence Technological University (LTU) conducts pre-employment screening on initial candidates for all positions, which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, license, certifications, and/or verification of work history.

Lawrence Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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