Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse

Job Summary

Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse provides coaching and administrative assistance to the Head Coach. Oversee one or more specified areas of a sporting discipline or a component of a team, and assist the Head Coach with all aspects of recruitment and training of athletes.

About the Role

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is a technological research university founded in 1824. Nestled on a 275-acre campus in upstate New York, RPI offers five schools, 32 research centers, and a variety of resources including a quantum computer. RPI is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties assigned by the Head Coach, including organizing, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices, training, and competition.
• Coordinate one or more specified areas of a sporting discipline and/or a component of a team.
• Assess individual abilities during practices and competitions, and devise strategies for capitalizing on strengths and improving weaknesses.
• Support the academic success of student-athletes through activities like running study halls, maintaining grade books, enforcing class attendance, and directing students to resources.
• Increase the knowledge and skill level of student-athletes in their sport.
• Organize and execute a successful recruiting program through cooperative efforts with the Office of Admissions and the Department of Athletics.
• Manage fundraising events such as alumni golf outings or tournaments as assigned.
• Participate in off-season events such as camps, community coaching, and other activities to promote fundraising and recruiting.
• Ensure NCAA and conference rule compliance.

Requirements

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Experience: One (1) year experience specific to Lacrosse.

Preferred Qualifications: Valid driver's license preferred for occasional recruiting, team travel, and other Athletics-related responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the specified sports program.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
• Familiarity of athletic recruitment methods and techniques.
• Ability to guide student-athletes in area of specialty.
• Ability to initiate, develop and maintain appropriate contacts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to identify athletic skill levels of potential student athletes.

Skills

• Coaching and administrative assistance.
• Recruitment and training of athletes.
• Academic support for student-athletes.
• Teamwork and leadership.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Event planning and organization.
• Compliance with NCAA and conference rules.

Benefits

Starting Salary/Rate: $16.00-16.75 Plus housing benefit eligible.

Additional Benefits: Institute-owned housing may be available for this position based on operational needs and institutional approval. Depending on the circumstances, the value of the housing may be treated as taxable income in accordance with IRS requirements.