Head Coach

Overview Find Your Role: We strive to achieve an environment and an atmosphere that supports, challenges, and inspires every individual on campus. Learn how the Stevenson Way makes this effort possible and how you can become part of a great place to work. The Head Coach, Women’s Lacrosse is responsible for overseeing all aspects of coaching a highly competitive NCAA lacrosse program. This includes recruiting student athletes, monitoring student-athlete academic performance, coordinating practices, pre- and post-game meetings, team strength and conditioning activities, team travel and meal arrangements, monitoring team budgets, and promoting events and activities within athletics and the institution. Qualifications Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree plus collegiate level competition and/or coaching experience with a commitment to Division III philosophy and experience with NCAA or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses Valid driver license with good driving record: must be insurable. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to maintain composure, effectiveness, and focus when facing difficult challenges; sound judgment and discretion in stressful environments. Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Self-starter with integrity and strong professional ethics. Ability to handle administrative and procedural decisions on sensitive, confidential issues and maintain confidentiality. Knowledge of the University structure, policies and procedures or ability to acquire knowledge quickly. Ability to manage a budget and be fiscally responsible for the team budget; provide leadership and direction. Ability to evaluate physical skills and potential for intercollegiate athletics. Working knowledge of NCAA Division III Women’s Lacrosse rules and regulations; ability to teach critical skills, tactics, and training techniques. Adherence to departmental policies and university, MAC, and NCAA rules and regulations. Effective communication with student-athletes, parents, recruits, coaches, athletic training staff, and athletics staff. Ability to provide leadership to student athletes to encourage academic development and competitive performance. Travel is a requirement of this position. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Physical Requirements Medium Work: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Position involves both inside sedentary and field work while coaching and training student-athletes. Evening and weekend hours in all types of weather, with travel between campuses necessary. Lifting required for setup of scorer’s table and related tasks. Organizing and some transportation between campuses is expected. Essential Functions Manage all aspects of a competitive NCAA Women’s Lacrosse program. Oversee and supervise assistant coaches and volunteer assistant coaches. Provide leadership for the team; establish coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student-athletes’ skills and teamwork; analyze team performance and adjust strategies as needed. Implement and maintain a quality recruiting program for Stevenson University on both campuses. Coach the Women’s Lacrosse team, including recruitment and supervision of paid and volunteer assistants; scheduling, counseling, equipment inventory, office work, budget preparation, and coordination with sports information staff, public relations staff, student services, and athletics staff. Travel with the Women’s Lacrosse team and work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Develop team policies and procedures for student-athletes and assistant coaches. Develop strategies to foster athletic and academic progress of student-athletes. Work with Arms and Teamworks Hub software to track recruits, compliance, team and recruit communications. Perform marketing or public relations duties to promote the program. Work with the Equipment Manager to maintain uniforms and equipment. Collaborate with Institutional Advancement to aid in team fundraising initiatives and to promote athletics campaigns annually. Promote and participate in community service activities to build connections between the team and the community. Note: End date and other HR fields have been consolidated and kept within appropriate sections above. Salary and Application Details Salary: Anticipated to be $63,000 – $65,000. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. Supplemental Questions What is the highest level of education that you have completed? Do you have experience playing lacrosse? Please detail your experience below. Do you have experience coaching lacrosse? Please detail your experience below. #J-18808-Ljbffr