Drury University's Women's Lacrosse program competes as a Non-NCAA sport in the highly competitive Women's Collegiate Lacrosse Associates or WCLA.
Responsible for teaching, coaching, recruiting, advising and mentoring student-athletes on the women's lacrosse team; administer all aspects of the sport in accordance with USA Lacrosse-WCLA and university rules and regulations.
The primary responsibility of the position is recruiting and retention of student-athletes, teaching effectively in practice and competition, and providing a positive student-athlete experience
Additional Duties/Responsibilities:
*Understanding of, and commitment to the fundamental role that intercollegiate athletics can play in the educational development of Drury student-athletes.
*Possession of a thorough knowledge of the sport, understanding of coaching strategies, and an ability to enhance athlete development.
*Leadership skills and the ability to manage team dynamics.
*Budget management experience.
*Ability to recruit qualified student-athletes to an academically competitive institution.
*Ability to handle stressful situations.
*Fundraising-Collaborate with athletics department and advancement staff for fundraising events and promotional activities.
Drury University, a small private university located in Springfield, Missouri, offers students a bold new academic experience – one that breaks the mold of single majors and rigid formulas most often associated with traditional education. Students receive a blend of life credentials and career credentials, allowing them to pursue their intellectual passions while giving them the tools they need to be technically proficient and career-ready.
Through this intentional combination of study in professional and non-professional areas, students will learn to be flexible, innovative and creative problem solvers. They will go beyond traditional education and thinking by blending career, calling, life, community, self and service.
Drury University competes as a proud member of NCAA II and the Great Lakes Valley Conference.