Job Description

Under the general direction of the Director of Athletics, the full-time assistant men’s lacrosse coach will assist the head coach in recruiting qualified student-athletes for the men’s lacrosse program. They will develop student-athletes technically and tactically in the sport of men’s lacrosse, prepare them for success in life, sport, and academics, and mentor them to become leaders on the field, in the community and in the classroom. The assistant coach will provide administrative support to the College's NCAA Division Ill program and will also support the mission and goals of the athletic department. This is a grant-funded, temporary position.

This position is being funded, in part, through an NCAA Division III Coaching Enhancement Grant. The Division III Coaching Enhancement Grant provides funding for member institutions to establish new, full-time assistant coaches in NCAA-sponsored sports.

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Coaching, Instruction, and Team Administration (60%)

• Assist the head coach in organizing and conducting practices during traditional and non-traditional seasons;

• Assist the head coach to serve as the representative of the department at the College during team travel for competitions;

• Assist the head coach in management of operational budget issues;

• Participate in uniform and equipment purchase process;

• Help plan and coordinate team travel under the supervision of the Director of Athletics;

• Help develop and implement fundraising strategies;

• Represent the department of athletics at all on-campus admissions open houses and/or other predetermined events;

• Other duties as assigned by the head coach.

Recruiting (40%)

• Assist the head coach in developing a recruiting strategy to achieve recruiting goals as pre-approved by the Director of Athletics;

• Work with the office of admission to recruit qualified prospective student-athletes, both first-years and transfers to Hood College;

• Travel for recruiting events on a regular basis throughout the year.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred.

• Proven successful coaching, with 2-3 years' experience, preferably at the collegiate (NCAA, NJCAA, or NAIA) or high school level.

• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations preferred.

• Strong oral and written communication skills required.

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

• Ability to troubleshoot problems effectively

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Pro-active orientations

• Detail oriented

• Tact and diplomacy

Technology Skills

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

Language Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use fingers, hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to sit. The employee may occasionally be required to stand and lift and move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment described here is representative of what an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level is usually moderate, and could include interaction with other employees, students, the public, telephones, and other office equipment.

Compensation

This is a non-exempt position with an annual starting wage range of $30,000 annual salary range depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may be provided for overtime. Hood College has provided a compensation range representing its good faith estimate of what the College may pay for the position at the time of posting. The College may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. Hood College offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits. Learn more about Hood College

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply on-line via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter, résumé and three professional references.

If you need assistance with the on-line application process, please email humanresources@hood.edu or call (301) 696-3592.

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 308), (301) 696-3123. For complete information on Hood College’s nondiscrimination policy, please visit http://www.hood.edu/non-discrimination/