What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Men's Lacrosse Coaching Instructor position at John Carroll University?
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Previous collegiate coaching experience or equivalent experience.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain certifications in CPR and AED .
- Excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work independently
- Ability to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies.
- Must understand and comply with NCAA , conference, and University rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Interest in understanding and supporting John Carroll’s mission to inspire individuals to excel in learning, leadership, and service in the region and in the world.
- Demonstrated ability to motivate students in a positive manner.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize effectively, teach fundamentals and techniques associated with the sport and experience with teams that are competitive and show evidence of being well coached.
- Demonstrated ability to provide positive leadership and to serve as a positive role model as a coach and colleague.
- Successful prior participation in the sport at either the high school, college or professional level.
- Lead instructor and coordinator for all elements of practices and games to include preparation, effective execution of drills, one-on-one development work with athletes as warranted and fulfillment of game day responsibilities.
- Develop a program philosophy that is shared and communicated with all stakeholders.
- Develop and recommend strategies for a successful program including well organized practice plans and strategies as well as participation in the development and execution of game strategies.
- Supervise assistant coaches and athletic instructors within the program.
- Coordinate team player tryouts and selection.
- Maintain fair, consistent, understanding and tolerant relationships with athletes.
- Maintain composure and exemplary conduct during practice and games.
- Monitor academic progress and meet with individual student-athletes to ensure academic success and compliance with university and NCAA academic standards.
- Mentor student-athletes as to proper conduct and decorum.
- Follow due process guidelines when disciplining athletes.
- Develop plans to successfully recruit prospective student-athletes.
- Set official visit itineraries for prospective student-athletes in compliance with NCAA requirements.
- Develop community outreach programs, fund raising and promotional activities in collaboration with internal staff and University Development.
- Represent department and institution to internal and external constituents.
- Responsible for ensuring that all administrative requirements for the team are effectively carried out to include: travel arrangements and itineraries; equipment and uniform purchases.
- Meet all deadlines for paperwork (i.e. rosters, physicals, officials’ ratings.).
- Responsible for developing or adhering to a system of budget management and accountability.
- Follow proper procedures for purchasing and resource allocation and monitor spending.
- Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning instructor to design and implement targeted development and training programs appropriate to the specific needs of athletes and teams.
- Attend rules education, sessions and complete necessary forms for compliance.
- Work closely with the Athletic Director in recommending league policy and procedure changes.
- Attend athletic department meetings and collaborate with the Athletic Director/ Assistant Athletic Directors on schedules, programs and engagement.
- Participate in pre-season and post-season meetings and programs as appropriate.
- Responsible for positive public relations and communications with constituents including, media interactions and parents and alumni engagement.
- Work closely with athletic trainers and follow injury protocol.
- Exhibit enthusiasm towards athletes and display respect for the entire program (i.e. officials, opponents, parents, schools, property, equipment, etc.).
- Dress appropriately and professionally for games, practices, recruit/family visits and other school/athletic functions.
- Foster school spirit by promoting other sports.
- All other duties as assigned.