Furman University

Women's Lacrosse - First Assistant

Furman University Greenville, SC

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Job Title:

Women's Lacrosse - First Assistant

Job Family:

Professionals

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full time

Compensation Grade:

MP

Pay Type:

Salary

Department:

Athletic Director-4

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Head Lacrosse Coach, the Assistant Coach should have a working knowledge of all conference and NCAA policies, rules, and regulations and adhere to these policies as they pertain to the job.

Job Description:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Coaching
    • Primary responsibility on the Offense
    • Assists the Head Coach with the ongoing teaching and instruction in the performance of their sport such as, but not limited to, games, practices, individual and team workouts, and conditioning sessions.
  • Recruiting
    • Work in conjunction with Head Coach in the identification, recruitment, and selection of prospective student-athletes; ensures compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and regulations; initiate and follow University processes for determining academic eligibility.
    • Organize on and off campus recruiting, evaluations and visits
  • Academics
    • Provide an overall positive educational environment for student-athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.
  • Administrative
    • Work in conjunction with the coaching staff in the day-to-day administration of the entire lacrosse program, including, but not limited to daily practices, game planning and implementation, recruiting, equipment management, facilities scheduling, travel, fundraising, community service, alumni relations and budget management.
  • Engagement/Camps & Clinics
    • Perform both direct and indirect public relations functions including promotion, fundraising, alumni events, public speaking and community events.
    • Develop, plan, organize, and promote, camps and/or clinics
Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree;
  • 2-3 year of relevant experience;
  • Collegiate athletic experience; specifically assisting with Women’s Lacrosse Program
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance
  • Independent judgment is necessary to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload with attention to detail.

Education Requirements:

Certification Requirements:

Job Posting End Date (if date is blank, posting is open ended):
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Administrative
  • Industries

    Higher Education

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