What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach - Lacrosse (PT) position at Arizona Christian University?
General Job Brief:
Arizona Christian University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our Athletics Department as an Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach. Under the direction of the Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach, the Assistant Coach will provide support to all aspects of the lacrosse program, contributing to player development, game strategy, and program administration. Additionally, the coach will assist in the recruitment of the student-athletes.
This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.
Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities:
- Player Development
- Game Strategy and Analysis
- Recruitment
- Program Administration:
- Intentional Christian Faith Integration
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed and not necessarily mentioned in this description, will be expected.
- Commitment to the University’s faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith.
- Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff.
- The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience coaching in a collegiate or high-level program.
- Demonstrated connection to the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University.
- Experience playing or coaching defense, face-off, or goalie is preferred but not required.
Working Conditions:
- General collegiate lacrosse environment
- Office hours to accomplish administrative tasks.
- Meeting with student-athletes as needed.
- Travel to competition and recruitment as needed.
Time Required:
- Standard college calendar for in-season and out-of-season
Fair Labor Standards Act:
This position is considered to be part-time, exempt for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.