Assistant Coach Open Pool Posting (Womens Lacrosse) - Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg State University; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Coach for the women's lacrosse team. This part-time, entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to support student-athletes while fostering a commitment to academic success and well-being. The role involves assisting with practice planning, recruiting, and ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a passion for promoting diversity and inclusion. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in athletics and education, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in leading and supervising the women's lacrosse team.
• Maintain knowledge of NCAA rules and assist with practice planning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of NCAA Rules

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Assistant Coach Open Pool Posting (Womens Lacrosse) - Fitchburg State University

Join to apply for the Assistant Coach Open Pool Posting (Womens Lacrosse) - Fitchburg State University role at Fitchburg State University.

This posting is an Open Pool position. There may or may not be available openings at this time. Please contact the head coach to inquire if there is an opening. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on file.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the head coach in providing leadership, organization, and supervision of the women's lacrosse team.
• Organizing the program to support Fitchburg State University's mission and the Athletics Department's philosophy.
• Developing knowledge of NCAA, MASCAC, or other conference rules regarding recruiting, eligibility, and sport-specific regulations.
• Maintaining current knowledge of sport rules and updates.
• Assisting with practice planning, contest management, recruiting, fundraising, and other duties as assigned.
• Keeping records of hours worked to comply with FLSA regulations.
• Conducting oneself ethically and promoting appropriate behavior among team members.
• Representing the program at department meetings and functions in the absence of the head coach.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Commitment to academic success and student-athlete well-being.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College playing and coaching experience in women's lacrosse.
• Understanding of sport rules and NCAA Division III philosophy, recruiting, and regulations.

Additional information: All employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Please attach a cover letter and resume when applying. This is a part-time, entry-level position.