Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach

The Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in the administration of all aspects of the program, including, but not limited to, coaching, recruiting, event scheduling, supervision of program personnel, budget management, student-athlete academic success and mentoring, team travel, equipment, meals, technical and video logistics (software), marketing, and compliance with NCAA and the Big East rules/regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Recruit quality student-athletes capable of pursuing a baccalaureate degree and achieving an exemplary graduation rate while managing a cost-effective and administratively efficient program.
• Demonstrate excellent teaching and coaching competencies with regard to: sport skill instruction, motivation, and tactical strategies, while also designing a competitive schedule that maximizes student-athlete development and performance.
• Provide leadership in the personal development of student-athletes by projecting a positive and professional image, including opportunities for social, emotional, and academic development that align with the University’s 4-D experience model.
• Coordinate various aspects of the program, including daily operations: team travel, recruiting logistics, equipment, meals, technical logistics of current and proposed software packages, etc.
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior about adherence to NCAA, Conference, University, and the Division of Athletics rules and regulations.
• Proactively uphold the outstanding working relationships within the Division and the University.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required, including communication (direct feedback) and public relations.
• In-depth understanding of the sport from the fundamental skills to advanced tactics and strategy, including the ability teach and educate Student-Athlete’s and coaching staff. Stays up-to-date with new research and collaborates with coaching colleagues to learn and implement best practices.
• Modeling and implementing a personal and professional growth strategy for Student-Athletes and assistant coaches by learning and developing new techniques to support knowledge attainment.
• The ability to display passion and positively motivate/inspire Student-Athletes and coaching staff to generate the desire to excel in academics and athletics.
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards, integrity, and ethical behavior in regard to NCAA, Conference, University, and Division of Athletics rules and regulations.