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Unit: Athletics MBU

Department: Athletics Office

Department Summary: VCU Athletics’ mission is to win conference and national championships, provide a first-class student-athlete experience, serve as a source of pride for the University and community and cultivate graduates who excel as leaders.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of the Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach is coaching and providing VCU Lacrosse student-athletes with high-level instruction in the sport of Lacrosse at the NCAA Division l level to prepare them for competition in local, regional, and national arenas. Under the direction of the Head Women's Lacrosse Coach, this position adheres to the VCU Athletics mission and core values by acting upon its goals and strategies.

60% Coaching.

Coaching and instructing student-athletes at the NCAA Division I level to prepare them for competition in local, regional, and national arenas; and.

Video analysis and scouting of opponents..

25% Recruiting.

Assist in the recruitment of academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes;.

Assist with the maintenance of accurate files of prospective student-athletes;.

Assist with the evaluation of prospective student-athletes; and.

Assist with travel involved with recruitment..

10% Administrative Tasks.

Assist with maintenance of accurate files of current student-athletes;.

Assist with maintenance of required NCAA, A10, and University paperwork;.

Assist with monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes; and.

Assist with travel involved with practices and competition.

5% Other duties as assigned.

Other duties as assigned by the Head Women's Lacrosse Coach promote the execution of the Athletic Department's strategic plan by adhering to its mission and core values and acting upon its goals and strategies.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or training & experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree;

Knowledge of NCAA, A10, and University regulations regarding NCAA women's lacrosse;.

Previous lacrosse coaching experience;.

Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Must have First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications or achieve certifications within 30 days of hire.

Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

An advanced degree or training and work experience at a level that equates to an advanced degree;

Playing experience as a collegiate lacrosse athlete;.

Experience recruiting and/or coaching women's lacrosse at the Division I collegiate level; and.

Experience with recruiting and video match analysis software systems.

Salary Range: up to $51,000

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: 40+

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: Yes

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

University Job Title: 11221Y - Assistant Coach 1

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Nicole Flores
Contact Email: floresn2@vcu.edu