Assistant Coach- Men's Lacrosse

Assistant Coach – Men’s Lacrosse (Part-Time Position)

General Description : Bryant & Stratton College’s (Wisconsin) Athletic Department is seeking an Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach for their inaugural season 5-6. All sports compete at the NJCAA Division II level (scholarship offering). All coaches are responsible for the overall development and advancement of a competitive athletic program while demonstrating high moral and ethical standards and positive sportsmanship. The assistant coach must focus not only on excellence on the field but recognize and emphasize academic excellence in the classroom as well. The assistant coach, along with the head coach, must operate within the budget to meet the team needs and enforce rules pertaining to the College, student conduct, and governing rules and regulations.

Duties :

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

The Men’s Lacrosse Assistant Coach serves in the College Athletic Department, under the supervision of the Head Lacrosse coach.

Recruiting players, holding tryouts, and coaching the intercollegiate Lacrosse team at Bryant & Stratton College. The Assistant Lacrosse Coach is also responsible for the instruction of players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.

NJCAA Division II rules as it relates to offering scholarships.

Become knowledgeable of all National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)

Lacrosse rules, including student-athlete eligibility requirements.

Scheduling, organizing, supervising, and conducting all practice sessions. The Assistant Coach is expected to attend and conduct practice seasons allowed by the NJCAA during the off season. Practice schedules will be at the discretion of the coach during the Lacrosse season.

Work with the Head Coach on securing and preparation of practice and game facilities.

Schedule games and must travel with the team unless alternate arrangements have been approved by the Athletic Director. The assistant coach may be required to drive vans to Lacrosse games.

Submit all budget requests to the Athletic Director.

Must promote the academic success of student-athletes to include monitoring the academic performance of team members to ensure eligibility requirements are met; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.

All coaches and student-athletes must always conduct themselves in a professional manner. It is the responsibility of the Men’s Lacrosse Coach to supervise staff and student-athletes while traveling to ensure the safety

Other duties may be assigned by the Athletic Director.

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Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Required : Lacrosse coaching experience at the high school level or above.

Desired : Lacrosse coaching experience at the college level

Desired : College recruiting experience

First aid / CPR certification is a plus.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning and leadership skills required.

Must be able to serve as a positive role model for young adults.

Familiarity with NJCAA rules and regulations is a plus.

Clean driving record is preferred.