Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach

Post University; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Post University in Waterbury, CT, invites applications for the Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach position. This part-time, 10-month role focuses on supporting the men's lacrosse program, developing student-athletes, and ensuring NCAA compliance.

The successful candidate will contribute to practice planning, recruiting, academics, and team travel while maintaining a positive student-athlete experience and upholding program standards.

Qualifications

• Collegiate coaching or playing experience is required.
• Experience with administrative tasks in athletics or recruiting is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Demonstrated commitment to NCAA Division II guidelines and regulations.
• A clean driving record is required; driving records are checked during pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with practice planning and on-field coaching.
• Assist with academic support for student-athletes, including study hall monitoring and meetings.
• Support on-campus and off-campus recruiting activities, including prospect evaluation and outreach.
• Contribute to player development and program evaluation processes.
• Assist with planning team travel within budgetary limits.
• Assist with fundraising events within the athletic department framework.
• Pass the NCAA recruiting certification test.
• Assist in scouting opponents and evaluating opponents’ strategies.
• Collaborate with the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and others on duties as assigned.

Skills

Collegiate coaching

Strong communication

Relationship building

NCAA Division II compliance

Driving record check

Tools

Microsoft Office

Synergy

Video editing

Job description

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Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach

Men's Lacrosse Athletics P/T 27-2022 Waterbury, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3444

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach supports the planning, organization, and execution of all aspects of the men's lacrosse program. This role assists in the training and development of student-athletes, evaluates individual skills and abilities, and helps position players for team success. The coach fosters athletic growth, leadership development, and a positive student-athlete experience while maintaining compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.

The successful candidate will possess knowledge of men's lacrosse principles, practices, and strategies; exercise sound judgment; and contribute to a collaborative coaching environment. This position operates under general supervision and requires initiative, creativity, and flexibility.

This is a part-time, 10-month position requiring evening and weekend availability, as well as regular travel for recruiting and team-related activities.

Essential Accountabilities:

• Assist the head coach in monitoring the strength and conditioning programs
• Assist the head coach with on- and off-field coaching of the team, including practice planning and implementation, individual and team coaching, and other coaching duties as assigned.
• Assist the head coach with the academic support of current student-athletes, including study hall monitoring, individual academic monitoring and meetings, class checking, and other duties as assigned.
• Assist the head coach with on- and off-campus recruiting activities, including prospect evaluation, database management, correspondence, phone calls, and other duties.
• Provide input in the evaluation and improvement of our student-athletes.
• Pass the NCAA recruiting certification test.
• Assist the head coach with scouting opponents.
• Assist the head coach with planning all aspects of team travel within budgetary limitations.
• Assist the head coach with planning events for fundraising and other special functions within the framework of the overall athletic department fundraising and development program.
• Candidates must be committed to the academic success of student-athletes and their personal growth and social development.
• Additional duties can be assigned with discussions between the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and the candidate

Minimum Qualifications & Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (listed below).

Qualifications:

• Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Synergy, and/or video editing.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, student-athletes, and potential recruits and their families.
• Excellent communication, written and oral skills
• Demonstrated commitment to NCAA Division II guidelines and regulations.
• The candidate must possess a clean driving record. Post University uses MVR reports as part of our pre-employment screening process