A.Accountability:

The Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach is accountable to the Director of Athletics.

B.Qualifications:

Candidates must support and affirm the College’s faith statement and Community Life Covenant found here: https://www.montreat.edu/about/mission/

C.Essential Job Functions:

1.Excellent writing skills 2.Excellent oral communication skills 3.Excellent recruiting skills to meet roster expectations 4.Efficiency in computer applications (Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.) 5.Ability to read, understand, and apply instructions 6.Hear and understand telephone conversations 7.Ability to coordinate different tasks simultaneously 8.Move about the campus freely (including all facilities) 9.Ability to multi-task

D.Leadership Qualities:

1.Work closely with the Admissions and Financial Aid office. 2.Articulate a clear vision for the women’s lacrosse program 3.Set goals and objectives based on the needs and capabilities of the population served 4.Articulate and promote student learning and development in the following areas: a.Spiritually b.Academically c.Character d.Athletic Excellence 5.Prescribe and practice ethical behavior 6.Where appropriate, recruit, select, supervise, and develop others in the organization 7.Manage financial resources 8.Plan, budget for, and evaluate personnel and programs

E.Duties:

1.Oversee the successful recruiting efforts for the women’s lacrosse program; recruiting student athletes for the athletic team who will represent the mission of Montreat College. 2.Maintain full rosters set forth by the Director of Athletics. 3.Scheduling of contests and ensure that contests do not conflict with the academic schedule, examination schedule, and regularly scheduled chapel and convocation services. 4.Attend all departmental meetings. 5.Be familiar with and adhere to departmental policies and procedures as well as NAIA and AAC regulations. 6.Participate in the college and departmental planning process by assisting in the formulation of goals, objectives, and outcomes and establish budget priorities. 7.Participate in college activities, which include Discovery Days, orientation and registration. 8.Develop and maintain a work schedule (office hours) centered on student-athletes accessibility. 9.Be responsible for the conduct of athletes, both on and off the playing field. 10.Prepare and maintaining a budget for the athletic program. 11.Actively participate with all athletic fund raising programs. 12.Communicate the needs and maintenance of facilities and equipment to the Director of Athletics. 13.Maintain scholarship amounts according to allotted budget. 14.Shall be responsible for providing statistical information to the Conference SID and Montreat College SID in a timely fashion. 15.Organizes and conducts practice sessions. 16.Lead the team with at least two service projects per academic year to reach out to the community in servant-leadership. 17.Other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits:

The Women’s Lacrosse Coach is a full-time, benefitted 10-month position. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Education:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution is required; Master’s degree preferred. Extra consideration will be given to candidates with successful recruiting and college coaching experience. 

Application Requirements:
    Please email the following materials to gjones@montreat.edu 
1.    Complete employment  Application
2.    Cover letter
3.    Statement of Christian faith 
4.    Resume with three references

About Montreat College

Montreat College is an independent, Christ-centered, liberal arts institution that educates students through intellectual inquiry, spiritual formation, and preparation for calling and career, all for the glory of God. We are more much more than a Christian college. We provide a broad, rigorous liberal arts curriculum for traditional and non-traditional undergraduate students. We also provide leading accelerated programs for adult students, including graduate, professional, and online degree programs. Our goal is to provide higher education that is high quality, relevant, and diverse—united by a single, clear focus.

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