Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse

Drew University; Madison (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Drew University in Madison, New Jersey, seeks an Assistant Coach for Women’s Lacrosse to assist the head coach in all phases of the program, including practice and game preparation.

You will contribute to team management, recruitment and community service while supporting the athletic department. Additional duties may be assigned by the head coach or athletic director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and prior coaching experience.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of various computer programs.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, alumni, and community.
• Dedication to the full academic, athletic and social development of student-athletes.
• Commitment to gender equity, rules compliance, diversity and inclusion and the mission of Drew University.
• Valid US driver’s license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in all phases of the lacrosse program, including practice and game prep.
• Support team management, recruiting and community service activities.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by the head coach or athletic director.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

NCAA rules knowledge

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Driver's license & travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Coaching experience

Tools

Computer programs

Job description

General Duties and Responsibilities:

The Assistant Coach, Women’s Lacrosse will be responsible for assisting the head coach in all phases of the program including but not limited to practice and game preparation, team management, recruiting, community service and any additional duties as assigned by the head coach and/or athletic director.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and prior coaching experience;
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Working knowledge of various computer programs;
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations;
• Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, alumni, and community;
• Dedication to the full academic, athletic and social development of student-athletes;
• Commitment to gender equity, rules compliance, diversity and inclusion and the mission of Drew University; and
• Valid US driver’s license and ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience coaching at the collegiate level.
• Prior competitive playing experience.

About Drew University:

Drew University, a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university, includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Drew Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is located on a beautiful, wooded campus in Madison, New Jersey, a thriving small town close to New York City.

It has a total enrollment of more than 2,200 students and has 136 full-time faculty members, 96% of whom hold the terminal degree in their field. The Theological and Caspersen schools offer master’s and doctoral degrees, and the College confers BA and BS degrees in 40 disciplines and offers 19 dual‑degree programs.

Drew’s one‑of‑a‑kind, leading edge path to an undergraduate degree, Launch, ensures that every student graduates with a purpose, sought‑after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience‑based résumé—guaranteed. Particularly noteworthy opportunities for undergraduates include the Charles A. Dana Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE), the Drew Summer Science Institute (DSSI), the Center for Civic Engagement, as well as seven New York City semesters and several international study abroad programs.

The Caspersen School of Graduate Studies offers a wide array of distinctive and flexible advanced degree programs designed to meet the needs of almost any busy schedule. All programs are based on Drew’s renowned commitment to faculty‑student mentorship, opportunities for out‑of‑the‑classroom experiential learning, and facilitating a robust intellectual community.

The Theological School has a distinguished history rooted in the United Methodist Church. Today, it serves many denominations as a center for preparing clergy and leaders for service in the church and the world. Its focus on biblical and theological scholarship and social justice has made it a sought after destination for students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees.

To enrich education through diversity, Drew University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Following federal and state requirements; a candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States if selected for hire.

These positions are subject to a background check.