The Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach is responsible for coordinating and implementing all aspects of the ongoing recruitment of student-athletes to participate in the sport of Women’s Lacrosse at Life University. The coach is also responsible for all on-field (practice/games) aspects that relate to leading a competitive women’s lacrosse program. All responsibilities are expected to be performed in alignment with the department vision of being a leading institution in performance and meaningful student-athlete experience, and consistently demonstrating valued behaviors of respect, grit, constant growth, and integrity.
Responsibilities

• Perform all team-related and department-required administrative duties.
• Coaching/supervising daily practices.
• Schedule games (prepare contracts).
• Oversee high school/college recruiting efforts – includes planning and supervising all correspondence between coaches, students, and parents in regard to potential visits by athletes to Life University.
• Coordinate and supervise any scheduled off-season events, programs, or camps.
• Prepare and monitor program budget.
• Oversee scholarship distribution to student athletes.
• Organize team travel (vehicles/hotels/meals/practices).
• Ensure academic compliance of student athletes for Life University and all athletic associations.
• Monitor academic engagement of student-athletes.
• Hold student-athletes to high standard of community living.
• Plan and execute fundraising initiatives.
• Hire/terminate/manage any staff, managers, or volunteers associated with the Women’s lacrosse program.
• Order necessary equipment for the program.
• Coordinate with Sports Information Director to ensure team information gets reported accurately and timely.
• Collaborate proactively with Athletic Care and S&C staff to ensure healthy student-athlete development.
• Work collaboratively with all department coaches and staff members to ensure a supportive and positive environment
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least one year of coaching and/or recruiting experience.
• Ability to demonstrate overall business acumen.
• Basic knowledge of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) rules and regulations.
• Ability to interact effectively in a collegial environment.
• Model integrity, character and leadership.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of constituents within a diverse community.
• Ability to calmly evaluate and resolve routine conflicts.

Physical Demands

• Ability to relocate equipment and supplies to various locations for athletic practices/events.
• Ability to drive to various locations.
• Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in various locations in and around the Life University campus, including athletic fields and gymnasiums.
• Some travel required.
• Flexibility to accommodate schedules of athletic events.