Assistant Coach - Women's Lacrosse

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach assists the head coach in all facets of the program to develop an elite NAIA Women's Lacrosse program that will be competitive and advance the team in the competition, academics, and in the community. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and possess the ability to lead, teach and coach student-athletes in a challenging environment with a strong lacrosse mindset. The assistant coach will have a strong focus on recruiting and coaching instruction as well as building a strong and successful team culture.  This position is expected to adhere to the NAIA Coaches Code and the Athletic Department's guiding principles while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the head coach in developing a successful team to positively represent Columbia College.
• Organizes and manages assigned recruiting efforts and administrative responsibilities.
• Represents the team, department, and college in a positive, professional and ethical manner; responds appropriately to media, marketing, fund-raising and community service requests as assigned.
• Assists in scouting and recruitment of new players.
• Coordinates logistics for travel, practice schedules, and matches.
• Supports the Head Coach in handling administrative tasks, such as maintaining player records and scheduling.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK: 

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, science or closely related field.
• Must have at least one (1) year of successful lacrosse coaching experience, preferably at the college/university level.
• Must have organization, inventory and record-keeping skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours which may include early/late hours, occasional weekends, and the ability to travel.
• Must have a valid SC Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be qualified to operate, willing and able to safely drive a 12 or 15-passenger van which is consistent with the College’s insurance regulations.
• Must pass a background check.
• May have to move or lift awkward or heavy objects.
• Must work well with others in a team setting, be willing to take on extra duties as assigned, and choose to be a great communicator.
• Be willing to offer excellent customer service to recruits, students, staff, faculty, parents, fans, and donors.
• Have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and overall skills with computers and technology.
• Strong knowledge of sport specifics, as well as strength training, and game day competitions is required.
• Must have desire and knowledge to help maintain sport facility as needed for practice and game day competitions.
• Must be willing to work and lead by example in a non-abusive and non-threatening manner.
• Must attend all required conference, or national meetings and meet all deadlines.
• Required to report any athlete / team issues that are detrimental to the team, department, or college. Any illegal activities must be reported immediately.
• Must be willing to work within and follow the guidelines of Columbia College, and the Department of Athletics at all times.
• Must learn and be familiar with all existing processes and work excellently with the Admissions and Financial Aid Departments when recruiting and maintaining student-athletes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Must have strong organizational and effective communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; excellent interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work requires the ability to move and lift 30 to 50 pounds independently and be able to perform strenuous physical labor, and the ability to exert 30 to 50 pounds of force frequently.  May be required to use a ladder.  Also requires frequent bending, squatting, standing, reaching, climbing, kneeling, stooping, crawling, and occasional sitting.  May be required to occasionally work in small, hard to reach spaces.  Work is performed both inside a facility and outdoors in all weather conditions.  Some hazardous situations may exist based on work to be performed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work environment may risk exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, disease/pathogens, toxic/caustic chemicals.

EOE M/F/D/V