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Assist the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach with the daily operation of the women’s lacrosse program and the recruitment of student-athletes. Perform additional coaching or administrative assignments and teach in the department as requested. Essential Job Functions Coaching Assisting the Head Coach with daily practice planning Assisting Head Coach with game decisions and providing player feedback and evaluation Coaching on-field All skill development, goal keeping experience preferred but not mandato... more details

Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach

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Position Type	Administrative Staff
Classification Title	Administrative Staff
Position Title	Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach
Position Number	A00544
Pay Grade Level	AD 01
Salary
Department	Athletics
Posting Number	S 121301323
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	10
Position End Date
FTE	.83
Work Schedule	Work schedule includes both regular office hours and regular night and weekend hours and some holidays. Exempt salaried position.
Basic Function	Assist the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach with the daily operation of the women’s lacrosse program and the recruitment of student-athletes. Perform additional coaching or administrative assignments and teach in the department as requested.
Essential Job Functions	Coaching Assisting the Head Coach with daily practice planning Assisting Head Coach with game decisions and providing player feedback and evaluation Coaching on-field All skill development, goal keeping experience preferred but not mandatory Performing video analysis and scouting of opponents Assisting and mentoring student athletes with academic progress, course selection, campus involvement and social/community outreach, and other issues related to the college experience Recruiting Recruiting quality student-athletes both on campus and at various recruiting events throughout the year Managing recruiting databases Scheduling recruiting visits Marketing/Communications Designing and distributing recruiting letters, marketing materials and correspondence throughout the year Assisting with team marketing and social media Communicating with Sports Information Office with appropriate information for publications and press releases Communicating and working with other departments across the athletic department and throughout the campus Administrative Coordinating and managing game day operations Planning travel and meals Assisting the Head Coach in daily administrative tasks Attending department meetings and assistant coach mentorship meetings Providing game day management for other sports in the department Working with the equipment staff on the distribution and maintenance of athletic equipment Supervising student workers Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications	A Bachelor’s degree as well as collegiate playing and coaching experience is required. Candidate must have a strong understanding of various coaching techniques and a willingness to learn new methods of instruction. Candidate must have a current, valid driver’s license and be insurable under Denison’s liability insurance policy. Candidate must have a demonstrated background in coaching or playing lacrosse on the college level, and successful, proven experience in recruiting student athletes. Candidate must also possess an understanding of NCAA Division III and conference rules and regulations, and an ability to teach physical education courses and relate well to students, fellow department members and other colleagues.
Preferred Qualifications	A preferred candidate would possess: a high competency in women’s lacrosse skill and tactical instruction of all positions previous experience in goalkeeping or in training goalkeepers experience in video analysis and scouting understanding of NCAA DIII rules, and the differences between divisions demonstrable recruiting knowledge and/or previous experience with the recruiting process in the United States experience in effectively promoting and/or recruiting within the DIII and private liberal arts experience demonstrable experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences strong verbal communication skills and the excellent writing, management and organizational skills needed to effectively communicate with coaches, athletes, athletics and university administration, alumni, prospective players and their families experience in event planning and management ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment ability to maintain confidentiality ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel required. An ideal candidate would be be committed to a philosophy that that emphasizes academic priorities for student-athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship on and off the playing field. The ideal candidate would also serve as an exceptional role model of appropriate behavior and conduct, supporting the image and reputation of the athletics program and Denison University as a whole.
Physical Demands	Ability to work extended hours associated with athletic events. Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment.
Contact(s)	Amanda Daniels
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email	danielsa@denison.edu
Open Date	05/03/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information	Applications will be reviewed as received. Position open until filled. Must have a current, valid driver’s license and must be insurable under Denison’s liability insurance policy. A driver’s check will be done on final candidate. Hired candidate must supply proof of educational degree(s). Denison University is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. Denison strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated rather than discouraged, where the individuals have the opportunity to exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences. For information concerning the college, visit our web site at Denison.edu
Denison University Background Check Statement	The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.
Denison University EEO Statement	Denison University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we continually strive to attract and hire candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and identities. Denison fosters a campus community that recognizes the value of all persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender expression and identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. For additional information and resources about diversity at Denison, please see our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and antiracism (IDEA) at Denison Forward. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (740)587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.

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