Ncaa Lacrosse Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Pay Range
USD $50,000.00 - USD $55,000.00 /Yr.
Overview
A successful lacrosse coach at Clarkson University will provide effective leadership in each of the following areas in relation to their sport: recruiting, teaching/coaching, counseling, marketing, alumni relations, fund raising, and sport administration. It will be necessary to prioritize and balance these activities in a manner that best promotes and advances their sport within all Clarkson University, Liberty League and NCAA rules and regulations. This is a 10-month position.
Responsibilities
• Promote the mission and goals of Clarkson University, the NCAA and the athletic department
• Recruit quality student-athletes who will fit the academic and athletic profile for Clarkson University
• Evaluate prospective student-athletes and decide whether they are potential members of the Clarkson University Lacrosse Team.
• Determine a recruiting plan for each academic year to evaluate and recruit student-athletes to Clarkson University
• Effectively develop a teaching/coaching plan that best utilizes the strengths (individual and collective) of the Lacrosse Team
• Develop practice and game preparation plans
• Assist student-athletes with their academic progress by implementing study halls and coordinating with the Student Success Center
• Work with the athletic administration to develop appropriate non-conference and conference schedules
• Develop a positive image for the lacrosse program through various media outlets
• Work with the compliance coordinator to ensure program compliance with all NCAA, league and University rules and regulations
• Hire, instruct, and evaluate appropriate support staff (assistant coaches, student managers, volunteer coaches)
• Develop and promote community activities including but not limited to summer camps, leagues, or community service activities
• Develop a strength, conditioning, and nutrition program for student-athletes
• Promote the success of the program, department, and university as a primary contact for interested alumni
• Effectively manage and balance the lacrosse budget annually
• Establish all travel itineraries to away intercollegiate contests
• All other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation
Qualifications
Education:
Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor Degree or an Associates Degree with 3 years of Head Coaching experience at the collegiate level.
Preferred Qualifications: Masters in a related field
Experience:
Minimal Experience: Previous collegiate coaching experience or, success as a head coach at the high school level. Demonstrated commitment to furthering the goals and objectives of both, the University and Athletics Department, Ability to successfully recruit quality student-athletes, Understanding of the role of the student-athlete in a competitive academic/athletic environment, and Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to a variety of constituency groups. Knowledge of the NCAA Division III rules and regulations
Preferred Experience: 2-4 years of collegiate coaching experience preferably at the DIII level
Essential Skills
Tactical and technical expertise in the sport of women's lacrosse; excellent communication skills, ability to multi-task; must be able to problem solve, suggest and implement solutions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Health & Safety
Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.
Disclaimer Statement
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.
EEO Statement
Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.
All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records