Head Women's Lacrosse Coach/Coordinator of Intramural
Northern Vermont University Lyndon
Application
Details
Posted: 06-Jan-23
Location: Lyndonville, Vermont
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Coaching
Coaching - Lacrosse
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach/Coordinator of Intramurals Under general supervision of the Director of Athletics, the Women’s Lacrosse Coach will be in charge of all aspects of the Women's Lacrosse program, including recruitment of quality student athletes, retention, fundraising, conditioning programs, organizing, planning practices and game strategies. The expectation is the coach will to contribute to the educational mission of the University by offering direction and instruction in the sport of Women's Lacrosse. NVU- Lyndon coaches ensure the development of both the student and the athlete. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: · Contribute to the educational mission of the University by coordinating the instruction of student athletes in the area of Women's Lacrosse; · Recruit quality student-athletes for the Women’s Lacrosse program; · Instruct methods and strategies and coach student-athletes in the sport; · Schedule practices and competitions; · Assist with coordinating travel (ex: bus/van, hotel, meals, etc.); · Transport and supervise student-athletes while on the road; · Train and supervise assistant/associate coach(es); · Participate in fundraising activities to supplement the operational budget for the program; · Monitor specific sport budget(s) to ensure fiscal responsibility; · Operate the program under the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, and the North Atlantic Conference. · This position will be responsible for monitoring academic performance of student athletes. This includes overseeing of class attendance, grades, class performance and study habits to encourage the attainment of a degree and maintain athletics eligibility. · The head coach will be responsible for initializing and supervising community service projects in coordination with the athletic department. Serve as the Universities coordinator of Intramurals. Supervise Student workers, organize programs and events, Provide supervision of all areas associated with a developing recreation and Intramural program. · Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree and at least one year of experience coaching at the collegiate level. Must be available to travel, have a valid driver's license, be able to drive for the purpose of university business, and be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary. We are looking for a highly motivated, organized individual with strong interpersonal skills and with knowledge of coaching, teaching, and recruiting techniques and the ability to effectively use them. Additional Information: This is a full-time, position.
VTSU values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VTSU strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VTSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact Sarah Potter for assistance with accommodations at Sarah.Potter@vsc.edu.