Boys Varsity Lacrosse Assistant Coach (Athletics) - ARHS

Department:

Athletics

Job Title:

Assistant Coach 

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt)

Stipend

Reports to:

Head Coach & Athletic Director 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (1-3 LINES DESCRIBING ROLE):

The purpose of this position is to instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the students shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, sportsmanship and service to others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to organize and supervise all levels of a sport program
• Commitment to professional growth
• Ability to accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Valid MA Driver’s License
• Previous successful coaching experience preferred

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

• Complies with school and MIAA policies and regulations

• Complies with school and District/League policies and regulations

• Works cooperatively with the school staff

• Relates positively to parents and other community representatives

• Completes required records and reports with promptness and accuracy

• Assumes responsibility for the care of equipment and facilities

• Assumes responsibility for a safe environment for student-athletes

• Models positive behaviors, especially with regard to sportsmanship and the alcohol, tobacco and drug rules

• Coordinates staff organization 

• May delegates staff assignments to assistant coaches

• Develops and organizes practice program

• May evaluates assistant coaches and playing personnel

• Plans and develops game responsibilities

• May conduct and analyzes scouting reports

• Assists student-athletes in college advancement

• Maintains and inventories all equipment and supplies

•  Other duties as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Environment:  

Work is generally performed in a school environment outside of the school day.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the coach is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear.  The coach is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel.  The coach is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.  Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.

The physical demands 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.