Professional Development Coach Jobs in Gaffney, SC

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Reporting to the Deputy Director of Athletics and Head Women's Lacrosse Coach at Converse University, the Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach implement and help manage all phases of a competitive Women's Lacrosse program in accordance with NCAA, Conference and Converse University regulations through a courteous, helpful, unbiased and professional manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach helps provide overall management, guidance, and strategy development for the Women's Lacrosse program. They will be help implement and manage all phases of a competitive Division II program in accordance with NCAA, Conference and Converse University regulations.

Team Management - (35%)

• Assist in providing leadership and direction for both athletic team as well as to the individual needs of both team members.
• Assist in the leading team and individual coaching and instruction training sessions.
• Assist in monitoring study hall of student-athletes.
• Work toward team unity as well as the general unity of the University.
• Assist in providing regular support and direction to student-athletes.
• Make retention of student-athletes a goal and priority.
• Assist in managing social media accounts.
• Assist in promoting, as well as monitor, the physical, emotional and social welfare of student-athletes.
• Assist in planning and implementing procedures for home and away contests (food, travel, cash requests).

Program Management - (20%)

• Assist in conducting maintenance of physical equipment and resources.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of uniforms, supplies, equipment, etc.
• Assist in maintaining a complete inventory of all equipment and uniforms pertaining to the sport.
• Reports on needs and maintenance of facilities and equipment to the athletics administration.

Community (20%)

• Assist in creating and cultivate professional relationships with the community to build both recruiting and sponsorship opportunities.
• Assist in building and fostering relationships with local, regional, and national high schools.
• Assist in scheduling and participating in community service with staff and student-athletes.
• Assist in developing and implementing team fundraisers.
• Assist in participating in department fundraisers.
• Assist in developing and implementing an annual summer camp(s)/clinic(s).
• Represent Converse University at conferences and events as needed.
• Collaborates with other areas on team goals as needed.
• Attend departmental staff meetings, clinics, workshops, etc.
• Attend campus-wide staff meetings

Recruiting - (10%)

• Assist in recruiting quality student-athletes by means of personal contact and correspondence, evaluating ability in person or by video, and on-campus visits.
• Assist in recruiting student-athletes to maintain expected squad size.
• Work closely with the Director of Compliance, Admissions Office, and Financial Aid in recruiting process.

Team Work - (10%)

• Ensure compliance with Title IX and other University policies & procedures.
• Understand the University's policies and procedures and exercise judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is handled in a confidential and ethical manner.
• Participate on campus, conference, and NCAA committees, if applicable.

Other Duties - (5%)

• Assume game day management duties as necessary.
• Fulfills commitments to all additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics/Administration/Head Women's Lacrosse Coach which may include administrative responsibilities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Commitment to liberal arts education
• Compliance with the University's Service Expectations

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of intercollegiate coaching experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Promotes the mission of the institution to all faculty, staff, students and community at large.
• Excellent human relations, communication and organization skills.
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of athletic conditioning and team training and safety.
• Ability to think critically and provide options for sound solutions.
• Ability to manage complex tasks and individuals.
• Well-grounded philosophy of honesty, integrity and respect.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various constituents including both internal to the organization and with the public.
• Ability to work with and engage a diverse group of people.
• Ability to work independently yet value and support a team-based environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism and positive attitude.
• A strong work ethic and be flexible.
• Genuine concern for student's development and well-being.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and make value judgments, which may set new policy.
• Ability to schedule and organize workflow and coordinate efforts among and between different functional areas.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with poise under pressure and against deadlines.
• Ability to exhibit a high degree of tact, energy, and resourcefulness in dealing with a variety of situations and people.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle extremely confidential information.
• Ability to meet various reporting deadlines throughout the year.
• Administer and direct all aspects of the program.
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all applicable NCAA, conference, department and University regulations that relate to recruiting, daily program management, operation of the individual sport and general success of the program.

GUIDELINES AND SUPERVISION: Reporting to the Deputy Director of Athletics and Head Women's Lacrosse Coach, the Assistant Women's Lacrosse position is responsible for assisting in all teaching and instruction provided to student-athletes. Each of these functions entails decision-making that requires discretion and a significant degree of independent judgment. Requires significant influence and communication with leadership. Problems faced are frequently complex and multidimensional, requiring broad-based consideration of variables that impact multiple areas of the organization.

Work Schedule: Sunday through Saturday - hours vary; includes "after-hours" work throughout the year

Licenses: Valid SC Driver's License

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

We believe that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.