What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Men's Lacrosse Coach position at Brevard College?
The Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach reports to the Athletic Director and is responsible for planning and administering all aspects of the men’s lacrosse program under the direction of the Athletic Director. Directs, provides leadership, and oversees all coaching duties for the Brevard College Lacrosse Program operating under NCAA Division III, USA South Athletic Conference, and Brevard College bylaws and regulations. Directs and coordinates all aspects of student-athlete recruitment and training for athletic competition, and oversees the planning and fiscal management of the program.
A Bachelor's degree is required. Desired qualifications include at least five years of experience as Head Coach or Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach; preference will be given to candidates with head coaching experience.
A successful record of proven coaching ability with demonstrated ability to recruit and retain qualified student-athletes with emphasis on timely progress toward graduation. The ability to operate an intercollegiate lacrosse program within budget parameters is required along with a demonstrated ability to raise funds within the community. Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills with a comprehensive knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Build and maintain a competitive NCAA Division III Men’s Lacrosse Program
- Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes while leading them towards graduation.
- Monitor student-athlete’s progress towards earning a Bachelor’s Degree from Brevard College
- Direct the men’s lacrosse program within all NCAA and USA South Athletic Conference rules regulations as well as Brevard College departmental policies, procedures and regulations.
- Coordinates all strategic aspects of the men’s lacrosse program.
- Represents the men’s lacrosse program to various institutional programs and externally to media, government agencies, funding agencies, students, parents, and the general public.
- Manages, directs, supervises, and coordinates all administrative tasks of the men’s lacrosse program.
- Oversees all aspects of the financial operation of the men’s lacrosse program.
- Promote the athletic program at both on and off-campus fundraising events within the community.
- Develop strategies to ensure the appropriate personal and social conduct on and off-campus of the student-athletes under the head coach’s supervision.
- Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
Qualified candidates should provide a cover letter, resume, and three references.