Head Coach Women's Lacrosse

Head coaching responsibilities include management of all facets of the women’s lacrosse program including but not limited to: coaching/teaching, recruiting, budget management, administration, scheduling of competitions, team travel, weekly practice sessions, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches/interns, community service, counseling of students, and compliance with NCAA, conference and college rules and regulations.

Description:

Head coaching responsibilities include management of all facets of the women’s lacrosse program including but not limited to: coaching/teaching, recruiting, budget management, administration, scheduling of competitions, team travel, weekly practice sessions, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches/interns, community service, counseling of students, and compliance with NCAA, conference and college rules and regulations.

Student Athlete Advisory Committee Advisor responsibilities include the organization and management of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).

Essential Job Functions

• Develop a program of athlete recruitment commensurate with the aims and goals of Regis College and appropriate for a member of the NCAA, Division III to support a full and vibrant lacrosse roster.
• Plan and coordinate practice and game plans for intercollegiate competition.
• Determine policies and procedures for team selection and athlete participation.
• Make recommendations about game schedules and budget for the team.
• Track the academic progress of lacrosse student-athletes and provide appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the successful completion of each player’s stated program of study.
• Manage inventory tracking and storage of all team uniforms and equipment.
• Effectively manage team budget ensuring balanced expenditures for equipment, travel, recruiting and other team related operating expenses.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program to raise funds necessary to offset expenses associated with non-budgeted expenses.
• Organize community service projects for lacrosse players to complete per the mission of the NCAA, the Regis Athletic Department, and Regis College.
• Evaluate game officials as required.
• Evidence a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing lacrosse competition at the collegiate level and adhere to the rules and standards established by Regis College, the Great Northeast Athletic Conference, and the NCAA (Division III).
• Participate in Athletic Department staff meetings, trainings, functions and other duties as assigned by the Dean of Athletics.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Athletics

SAAC Advisor

• Serve as the advisor for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), infusing energy, leadership, and purpose into the group’s initiatives
• Maintain regular meetings throughout academic year
• Coordinate student-led community service events and partnerships with outside organizations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Select, supervise and evaluate assistant coaches/graduate intern and all support staff for the men’s lacrosse team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s preferred.
• Collegiate lacrosse playing and coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain ethical and professional boundaries with students and student-athletes.
• Ability to positively interact with a diverse population and uphold the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, computer literacy, and strong interpersonal skills to work with various college constituencies.
• The ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule.
• The ability to work well as a team member or independently.
• Excellence in prioritizing multiple tasks with attention to detail, problem solving, and follow-through to consistently meet expectations and deadlines.
• Strong management skills and mentoring ability for interns and assistants.
• Appropriate certifications in First Aid/CPR and AED are required within an appropriate time of hire and must be completed (per NCAA regulations) before the beginning of the competitive season.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This position requires the ability to lift in…