Assistant Coach, Men's Lacrosse

Under the general direction of the Head Coach the part-time Assistant Coach Mens Lacrosse will assist the head coach in recruiting qualified student-athletes to the program instruct and develop the student-athlete in the sport of mens lacrosse game preparation and community involvement. Instruction should include but not limited to the rules strategies and techniques relating to practice and competition in this sport. The assistant coach provides administrative support to the Colleges NCAA Division III program. The assistant coach will also support the mission and goals of the Athletic Department.

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Coaching Instruction and Team Administration (60%)

• Assist the head coach to provide one-on-one or teach instruction on related skill development and critique rules technologies and strategies;
• Assist the head coach to organize and conduct practices during the traditional season and non-traditional season(as defined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association) for the sport;
• Assist the head coach to serve as the representative of the department and the College during team travel for in- and out-of-season competition;
• Assist the head coach in management of operational budget issues: Participate in uniform and equipment purchase process; help plan and coordinate team travel under the supervision of Director of Athletics Office; help develop and implement fund-raising strategies;
• Assist the head coach to complete in-and off-season scheduling for the program. Work within NCAA guidelines regarding start of season dates of competition and end of season;
• Represent the Department of Athletics at on-campus Admissions Open Houses and/or other predetermined events;
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach.

Recruiting (40%)

• Assist the head coach in developing a recruiting strategy to achieve recruiting goals as pre-approved by the Director of Athletics.
• Work with the Office of Admission to recruit qualified prospective student-athletes both incoming freshmen and transfers to Hood College. Included are off-campus contacts and evaluations as well as serving as College representative during on-campus prospect visits.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood Colleges mission as a student-centered liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Proven integrity leadership and a thorough knowledge of mens lacrosse are required.
• Candidate should possess a strong commitment and ability to motivate teach counsel and recruit academically qualified student-athletes.
• Must have valid drivers license.
• Bachelors degree required.
• Proven successful coaching with 2-3 years experience preferred preferably at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations preferred.
• Experience working with female student-athletes highly desirable.

Technology Skills

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint) e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

Language Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of students parents or others. Ability to develop marketing or promotion materials.

Mathematical Skills

Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking projections goal setting and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Compensation

The compensation for this position is $11000; however this is contingent upon final approval and availability of grant funding. This temporary position is not benefits-eligible except for paid Maryland sick leave. Learn more about Hood College.

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply on-line via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter rsum and three professional references.

If you need assistance with the on-line application process please email or call .

Hood College is committed to diversity in its faculty and staff and subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States. EOE/AAP/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex race color national origin sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression marital status pregnancy disability religionorage in recruitmentadmission and access to or treatment or employment in its programs services benefits or activities as required by applicablelaws includingTitle IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries aboutdiscrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referredto the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall 401 Rosemont Avenue Frederick MD. 21701(AD 312). For complete information on Hood Colleges nondiscrimination policy pleasevisit