Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach

Alma College; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alma College in Michigan is seeking an assistant women's lacrosse coach to support all facets of the program, including practices, recruiting, fundraising, and compliance with NCAA rules.

The role involves planning schedules, monitoring academic progress, building community support, and occasional travel. Candidates should have collegiate coaching experience and strong organizational and fundraising skills.

Qualifications

• Collegiate-level playing and/or coaching experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications.
• Strong organizational, event planning, and fundraising skills.
• Demonstrated experience or commitment to working with diverse populations.
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness and ability to participate actively in practices, work evenings/weekends, and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with all aspects of the team, including practices and competitions.
• Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes in accordance with a defined recruiting plan.
• Scout opponents and conduct video analysis.
• Monitor student-athletes' class schedules, grades, and academic progress.
• Model and enforce sportsmanlike behavior at all times.
• Cooperate with maintenance staff, transportation staff, and others supporting the athletic program.
• Uphold NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
• Attend athletic department meetings and events; represent the College positively in interactions with community, alumni, media, and stakeholders.
• Support the mission and philosophy of Alma College and the athletics department.
• Assist with planning and executing fundraising initiatives for the lacrosse program.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Communication

Computer skills

Organization

Fundraising

Diversity experience

Travel readiness

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting the head coach with all aspects of the intercollegiate women's lacrosse program. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: coaching, recruiting qualified student-athletes, fundraising, organizing camps, developing schedules, managing the budget, building community support for the program, monitoring academic progress of student-athletes, and ensuring compliance with applicable NCAA rules and regulations.
Supervision Received/Exercised:
This position reports to the head women's lacrosse coach and has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist head coach with all aspects of the team, including practices and competitions
• Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes in accordance with a defined recruiting plan
• Scout opponents and conduct video analysis
• Monitor student-athletes' class schedules, grades, and academic progress
• Model and enforce sportsmanlike behavior at all times
• Cooperate with maintenance staff, transportation staff, and other who are involved in supporting the athletic program
• Uphold and adhere to all rules and regulations of the College, the MIAA, and the NCAA
• Attend athletic department meetings and events; represent the College positively in all interactions with the community, alumni, media, and other stakeholders
• Support the mission and philosophy of Alma College and the athletics department
• Assist with planning and executing fundraising initiatives for the lacrosse program

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Collegiate-level playing and/or coaching experience
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with computer applications
• Strong organizational, event planning, and fundraising skills
• Demonstrated experience or commitment to working with diverse populations
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Willingness and ability to participate actively in practices, work evenings/weekends, and travel as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of NCAA and MIAA conference rules.
• Experience in a residential campus environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated public service orientation and ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and community members.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse team and fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and travel for competitions and recruiting.
• Experience working with underrepresented, first-generation, Pell-eligible, and diverse populations.

Alma College is classified as a selective Baccalaureate College: Diverse Fields by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Alma is committed to academic excellence and the development of responsible leaders; our students thrive on challenging academic programs in a supportive, small-college environment emphasizing active, collaborative learning and close student-faculty interaction. Alma is a private Phi Beta Kappa institution located in the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

Alma College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

Alma College recognizes that we are all transformed when we celebrate and value the varied identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our campus community. We are committed to recognizing and removing barriers to success and providing equitable access to opportunities through education and advocacy. In our increasingly diverse campus and world, we pledge to create a climate where everyone is safe and free to grow intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally.