Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach (15653)

American University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

Summary/Objective

This position works directly with the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach to assist in all aspects associated with the operation of a successful NCAA Division I women’s lacrosse program.


Essential Functions
  • Assist in developing and training players successfully tactically, technically, athletically, and mentally in a positive environment; assist in coordination of practice
  • Assist in creating scouting reports, pregame match preparation, and post-game match analysis; assist in making strategic decisions in game situations
  • Assist the strength and conditioning coach and Head Coach in sport science management and implementation of heart rate monitors
  • Assist in developing and implementing the overall recruiting strategy; spearhead film upload and breakdown
  • Assist in all day to day functions including student-athlete management, student-athlete welfare management, and overall staff and program development
  • Attend all necessary meetings with student-athletes and personnel internally and externally on behalf of the university and program
  • Assist in handling administrative responsibilities associated with the programs operations, including recruiting logistics and planning, team travel details, budget, and equipment ordering
  • Assist in building and maintaining working relationships with coaches, administration, and staff on and off campus; assist in fundraising efforts and running special events
  • Assist in any other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

    • Work Environment
    • This position maybe required to work nights and weekend and holidays with a limited amount of supervision
    • Travel Required
    • This position requires travel

    Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
    • Full time 
    • Specialist B
    • Exempt 

    Salary Range
    • Commensurate with experience 

    Required Education and Experience
    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
    • 1-3 years of relevant experience
    • At least 3 years of coaching experience
    • Previous women’s lacrosse playing experience at the collegiate or professional level
    • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and emphasis on attention to detail and organization
    • Outstanding technical, tactical and strategic knowledge of lacrosse 

    Preferred Education and Experience
    • Master's degree
    • 1-3 years of relevant experience

    Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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