Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach

Danville, Kentucky, Under supervision of the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach, provide assistance in the leadership of all coaching, recruiting, and administrative duties for highly competitive Division III women’s lacrosse program. Individual reports to the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach. Secondary Duty to be assigned and will report to the Deputy AD (or designee) in that area.

This position is a visible one that carries significant influence and thus requires strong character and work ethic.

Essential Job Functions:

Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people;

Assist in organizing, preparing, and conducting practices, trainings, and competitions;

Successfully recruit student-athletes in accordance with all Centre College, Southern Athletic Association, and NCAA rules and regulations;

While assisting in leading, monitoring, and coordinating training and practice sessions, ensure all appropriate safety guidelines are followed;

Assist with the holistic development of women’s lacrosse student-athletes;

Represent the program and the College to students, parents, alumni, and the general public;

Assist in managing the daily operations and administration facets of the women’s lacrosse program – including but not limited too – recruiting, field maintenance and set-up, and equipment maintenance and storage;

Actively participate in department-wide fundraising initiatives;

Assist in all other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or the Director of Athletics (or designee);

Secondary duty will be assigned;

Demonstrate an appreciation for and sensitivity to an inclusive academic community, fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff from all social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with previous collegiate experience as a player or a coach required; previous collegiate coaching experience preferred.

CPR, AED, and First-Aid certifications will be required upon employment; valid driver’s license required prior to employment – and maintained throughout.

Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of the sport of women’s lacrosse and its playing rules; ability to foster a team environment;

Demonstrated coaching skills in sport of lacrosse; a commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy of athletics; a commitment, and ability, to work effectively with diverse populations;

High integrity and ethical standards are required, along with enthusiasm for the mission of Centre College and Centre Athletics;

Knowledge of NCAA and SAA rules and regulations, and a demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, and mentor student-athletes are essential.

Additional qualifications include communication skills that allow for the ability to teach, motivate, and counsel student-athletes effectively as well as being self-motivated, positive, energetic, eager to teach, and a willingness to travel.

Ability to foster a team environment as well as the ability and desire to work successfully within a team-oriented athletic department is essential.

Fully embrace and practice the department’s priorities of Recruit, Educate, Train, Compete, and Inspire. 

Physical Requirements:

 Moderate physical activity. Requires handling up to 75 pounds.

Standing and or walking for more than four hours per day.

 Ability to drive a car.

Visual acuity to view a screen.

Work, as appropriate, nights and weekends.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Retirement Plan Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Caregiver Support Program and Employee Assistance Program Long-Term Disability Holiday Shutdown Period Staff Education and Development Tuition Benefit for Dependent Children  Gym Access Pet Insurance Free Library Access Campus Bookstore Discounts Discounted Norton Center Subscription Packages

Application Instructions

*Apply via computer, please do not use a cell phone to apply. * Centre College uses Interfolio as their Applicant Tracking Software to review all applications for employment.  From the Apply button on the Centre Employment Page, you will be linked to create an Interfolio Account.  You will then set up a Dossier Account following the software instructions.  For the I am Question, select Other for Staff Openings.  Agree to Terms of usage and then Create your Profile.  Once your account is set up, you will select your opportunity from your Home Page, Complete Application Questions, Upload Cover Letter, CV/Resume/ and References.  Once the application and uploads are complete you will Submit your application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. If you need any assistance with the application process, please contact Interfolio support at 1-877-997-8807 or  stephanie.franklin @centre.edu.