What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach, Men's Lacrosse position at Aquinas College?
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary: This position reports to the Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach, and is responsible for providing coaching expertise and leadership for the administration of the intercollegiate men's lacrosse program; assisting the head coach in the effective education, management and administration of all aspects relating to a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student-athletes, while performing other related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned by the head coach:
- Lead the Offensive strategy with the team with the oversight of Head Coach
- Daily practice planning and implementation of game plans.
- On field skill development focused on individual offensive skills and team schemes.
- Perform video analysis and hold group film sessions.
- Identifying and recruiting qualified student-athletes.
- Maintain strong relationships with student-athletes and their families through email, phone and one-on-one meetings.
- Collaborate effectively with other members of the Athletic Department
- Support the general goals, values, and vision of the institution and Athletic Department.
- Engage in, coordinate and help implement all fund-raising activities for the program in conjunction with the head coach, athletic advancement and its representatives.
- Communicate regularly and maintain a positive and constructive working relationship with support staff in sports information, student services, sports medicine, campus recreation, business office, facilities/operations, compliance, athletic advancement and marketing to assist in implementation of an efficient and effective program and department.
- Represent the university at professional meetings, alumni gatherings, campus activities, and civic affairs as requested by the head coach or athletic administrators.
- Attend and participate in department and staff meetings as requested/required.
- Encourage an effective outreach program with student-athletes that provide benefit to the on and off-campus community.
- Maintain, as appropriate, effective relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program, and others toward the positive image and promotion of the program.
- Evening and weekend work is required
- CRITERIA Previous experience coaching or competing at the collegiate level is highly desirable. (Candidates with experience coaching at the high school level for 2 years will also be considered)
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
