Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

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Posted: 01-Jun-23

Location: University Center, Michigan

Type: Full-time

Salary: $44,000 tp $52,000

Categories:

Athletics
Staff/Administrative

Employment Type:

Full-time

Organization Type:

Higher Education Institution

Required Education:

Bachelor’s

JOB SUMMARY:   Saginaw Valley State University, a DII member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic conference invites applications for the position of Head Coach, Women’s Lacrosse to develop, promote and supervise all facets of the lacrosse team; develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes for highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team; organize and direct all aspects of the Lacrosse programs, organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance; supervise staff involved in the programs and oversee both budgets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA and conference compliance rules and regulations
• Ensure that all relevant institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations are followed.  Including, but not limited to student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling and academic progress.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations by student-athletes and sport related staff.
• Abides by NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance.
• Promote academic excellence and graduation. Monitor academic progress, including study table and class attendance in coordination with athletic academic advisor.
• Prepare, lead and execute practice and game plans for both championship and non-championship seasons.                                                                                              
  
• Develop and execute a strategy for building a regionally and nationally competitive team.
  
• Prepare, manage, and maximize both program operating budgets with established fund-raising goals and sound financial practices.
  
• Maintain or develop fundraising strategies through camps and/or clinics and/or lessons to support Lacrosse program operations 
  
• Coordinate annual giving, special event, naming opportunities and/or specific campaigns for the Lacrosse program with the director for athletic development
  
• Direct and manage both Lacrosse programs recruiting efforts of high-profile DII prospective student-athletes through phone calls, electronic correspondence, scouting, attending games, on campus and home visits, in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations.
  
• Manage and maximize athletic assistant grant budget
  
• Oversee plan for the season, including competitive schedules and practices, travel arrangements, practice schedule, facility use, equipment and apparel. 
  
• Serve as an ambassador for the Lacrosse program and University’s Athletic Program through committee service, public speaking opportunities in the local community, state and region, and communicate with media, alumni, parents and friends of the University.
  
• Cultivate and maintain meaningful relationship with student-athlete women’s lacrosse alums
  
• Participate in athletics department-initiated fund-raising, community service and engagement programs, as assigned and/or coordinated by the Department of Athletics.
  
• Participate in institutional professional development and training. Keep current with sport-related literature; serve on committees and attend clinics, conventions, and other meetings.
  
• Perform related and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Director of Athletics

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: 

Responsible for the supervision of assistant coach staff

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two or more years of relevant coaching experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.       
• Willingness to travel nights and weekends.

PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree or higher
• Three or more years of previous coaching or playing experience at the college level.
• Previous head coaching experience preferred.
• One year of successful recruitment and a strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.

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About Saginaw Valley State University
About SVSU: Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its nearly 8,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For six consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2021). SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation. SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in stu...dent housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2021). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.
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