University of Detroit Mercy
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Description
Administer a competitive Division I Women’s Lacrosse program that adheres to all University, A-Sun, and NCAA rules and regulations while providing a safe and accepting environment for student-athletes to grow and develop academically, athletically and one which encourages personal responsibility, sportsmanship and service to others.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and performing coaching duties including pre-season conditioning, practice, game preparation, field/floor coaching, and post season activities.
- Operate the program in compliance with University, A-Sun, and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Comply with Sports Medicine policies and procedures stated in the Athletic Staff and Student-Athlete manuals.
- Administer a successful student-athlete recruitment program.
- Retain student-athletes in program, maintain team continuity, and garner student-athlete satisfaction with the program. (Review Team Attrition Information)
- In consultation with Athletic Director (or designee), select, supervise, and retain assistant coach(s) or support staff.
- Demonstrate concern and support for academic performances of student-athletes on the team. (Review Graduation Rate Information/ APR. and Team Academic Progress Report)
- Administer sound budget practices.
Qualifications:
- BS Degree required in physical education, recreation, health or related field or equivalent plus 4-5 years’ experience with college level program or as a high school head coach.
- Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Computer skills helpful.