Assistant Coach - Women's Lacrosse

About the role

The Assistant Coach is responsible to assist in the coordination of all aspects of the women’s lacrosse program including coaching, training, recruitment and retention of student athletes. This position assumes responsibility for student athletes, as assigned by the Head Coach, assists with team schedule and coordination thereof, and leads practices and training sessions. Primary responsibility and time commitment occurs in season. However, the Assistant Coach may assist with recruiting and other activities off-season as available and at the discretion of the Head Coach.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of all aspects of the women’s lacrosse program including coaching, training, recruitment and retention of student athletes.
• Assists with team schedule and coordination thereof.
• Leads practices and training sessions.
• Assists with recruiting and other activities off-season as available and at the discretion of the Head Coach.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, recreation, health, or related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year coaching experience as an assistant coach or high school head coach required or equivalent combination of coaching and playing experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and AMCC rules and regulations strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills also required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and recruits a must.
• Ability to motivate and lead student athletes individually and in a team setting also required.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member is highly valued.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Travel and occasional overnight stays expected for games and recruiting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, recreation, health, or related field strongly preferred.
• One (1) year coaching experience as an assistant coach or high school head coach required or equivalent combination of coaching and playing experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and AMCC rules and regulations strongly preferred.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and recruits.
• Ability to motivate and lead student athletes individually and in a team setting.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Travel and occasional overnight stays expected for games and recruiting.

Benefits

As a DIII Institution, Mount Aloysius emphasizes the importance of academics and expects coaching staff to monitor student athletes’ academic progress. The Assistant Coach is responsible to comply with NCAA Division III and AMCC rules and regulations; and is subject to NCAA enforcement provisions for violations.

Pay

This part-time position is not eligible for remote work or benefits.

Schedule

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time; all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of their application.

About Mount Aloysius College

Mount Aloysius College (www.mtaloy.edu) is a private, comprehensive Catholic college located in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands, serving a diverse community of learners. The College has a long history of responding to community needs through relevant academic programs and community service. Mount Aloysius is located on a 193-acre campus in Cresson, PA, Cambria County. Founded in 1853 by the Dublin, Ireland-based Religious Sisters of Mercy, Mount Aloysius is one of 17 such institutions in the United States and is a member of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education (CMHE). The College provides small class sizes, and students benefit from a highly engaged faculty and staff. Commitment to Diversity Mount Aloysius is committed to building an inclusive community that values each person and respects diversity of all kinds – diversity of thought, experience, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. to create a workplace where everyone participates and is able to contribute their own unique gifts, talents and perspectives.

Application Instructions

Apply online at http://www.mtaloy.edu/employment-opportunities. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (814) 886-6519.

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