What are the responsibilities and job description for the BHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse Head Coach - (SY26-27) position at Brookline High School?
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Boys Varsity Lacrosse Head Coach for the spring season interscholastic athletic program will be responsible for planning and direct supervision of daily team activities. This includes in-season as well as out-of-season contact which must be within MIAA and BHS policies. This position reports to the Director of Athletics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Pre-Season:
- Attend coaches meetings (school and BSC)
- Complete all necessary HR paperwork/training
- Assist in monitoring registration and clearance
- Assist in hiring process of sub-varsity and assistant coaches
- Check equipment inventory and make any requests to AD
- Check uniform inventory
- Work with Assist AD on practice/competition scheduling
- Request transportation through Athletic Dept
- Read Athletic Handbook and ask AD for any clarification of policies, etc.
- Plan meet the coaches night for families
- Provide first week schedule to Assistant AD
- Review website for any changes
In Season:
- Set up time with Equipment Manager to distribute uniforms/equipment
- Confirm eligibility of students
- Plan practice sessions accordingly, communicate schedule at least 2 weeks in advance
- Assist in management of sub-varsity and assistant coaches with AD
- Coordinate with Athletic Trainer for any athlete injuries and return to play
- Ride bus to and from away contests - possibly drive school van
- Communicate schedule and any announcements with families via weekly email update
- Assist with any scheduling changes and communication of them to players/families
- Keep accurate records of scores, report scores to AD and/or media
- Keep attendance daily
- Communicate any issues with AD
Post-Season:
- Set up time with Equipment Manager to collect uniforms in full - lead this process
- Have students complete Athletic Dept survey
- Let Administrative Assistant know if any student did not return any uniform or equipment
- Provide AD with full list of athletes who earned a letter and any postseason accolades
- Confirm final roster and wellness credit eligibility
- Nominate players for postseason accolades as needed
- Attend BSC end of season meeting
- Have end of season meeting with AD - complete closeout form
- Have end of season meetings with Sub-varsity and Assistant Coaches
- Have closeout meetings with each student
- Make recommendations to AD on scheduling for following year
- Make recommendations to AD on equipment needs for following year
QUALIFICATIONS-REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of MIAA Rules and Policies
- Concussion awareness training certification
- CPR/AED certification
- Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment
QUALIFICATIONS-PREFERRED:
- High School Coaching experience or equivalent
***All employees must be vaccinated and maintain full vaccination as a condition
of employment or work as an on-site vendor/contractor, unless they receive approval for a documented medical or religious exemption in accordance with relevant state and/or federal law. For a full copy of the Covid-19 vaccination policy please click here.
The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.
The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.