Lacrosse Assistant Director, Operations

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IMG Academy is the worlds leading sports education brand providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal USA Today and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture innovation and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.

IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

• Boarding school and camps delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton Florida
• Online coaching through IMG Academy focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
• Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits providing industry-leading recruiting education tools and access to a network of more than 40000 college coaches for student-athletes families club coaches and event operators
• Elevate by IMG Academy a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset leadership and wellbeing programming to schools colleges and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences

Position Summary:The Assistant Director Lacrosse Operations supports the day-to-day operational management of the lacrosse program ensuring the successful execution of teamlogistics events travel equipment coordination scheduling and administrative operations. This role works collaboratively with coaching staff student services campus departments and external partners to providea high-level experience for student-athletes staff and families while supporting the overall goals and standards of the lacrosse program.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assistin the coordination and execution of all lacrosse program operations including practices games tournaments campsshowcases andspecial events
• Manage team schedules calendars travel itineraries and operational timelines
• Coordinate team travellogisticsincluding transportation lodging meals and travel documentation
• Assistwith roster management database updates player documentation and operational reporting
• Support game-day operations including facility setup staff coordination visiting teamlogistics and sideline operations
• Oversee equipment distribution inventory management and operational readiness for practices and competitions
• Coordinate operational support for camps clinics recruiting events and player development programs
• Serve as a liaison between coaching staff student-athletes parents/guardians campus departments and external vendors
• Maintainstrong communicationwith Academic Affairs Sports Medicine Strength & Conditioning Residential Life Student Services and Admissions
• Assistin coordinating recruiting visits prospect communications and family engagement initiatives
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications teams to support program visibility branding and event promotion
• Assistleadership with operational planning budgeting forecasting and resource allocation
• Maintain organized records operational procedures compliance documentation and reporting systems
• Support implementation and use of video analysis scheduling and performance technology platforms
• Research and recommend operational improvements efficiencies and technology enhancements
• Ensure compliance with IMG Academy policies NCAA recruiting guidelines FHSAA regulations and all applicable governing body standards
• Adhere to all company policies procedures and business ethics standards
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Sports Management Business Administration Athletic Administration or a related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience supporting athletic operations team administration or event management within lacrosse or a competitive sports environment
• Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working collaboratively across departments and with diverse stakeholder groups
• Strong commitment to student-athlete development and operational excellence

Preferred Skills:

• Experience coaching elite or nationally ranked lacrosse programs
• Experience with recruiting and college placement processes
• Knowledge of video analysis and performance technology platforms
• Bilingual preferred
• CPR Certification preferred
• Valid drivers license with the ability to travel for games tournaments recruiting and events
• Experience leading camps clinics and player development programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift movepushand pull equipment or boxesin excess of40 lbs.
• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonableperiod of time.
• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym turf fields etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights weekends and holidays isrequired

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Background Requirements:

• Requires a background check upon offer
• Requires a drug test upon offer

Dont meet every single requirement We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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