Assistant Coach - Women's Lacrosse (full-time)

The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in all sport-related duties and reports to the Director of Athletics and Chair of Physical Education/Associate Athletic Director for administrative responsibilities. This role is responsible for supporting the women’s lacrosse program in alignment with College, departmental, conference NESCAC, and NCAA Division III standards and policies.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting a program that aligns with the mission and philosophy of Connecticut College, the department, NESCAC, and NCAA Division III.

• Prepare student-athletes for competition by planning for and conducting a regular schedule of fitness training, sport skill practices, scouting and competitions within NESCAC and NCAA regulations.

• Conduct oneself with the highest ethical and moral standards in regard to behavior on campus and in relationships with student-athletes and members of the campus community.

• Plan and execute dynamic warm-ups and cool-downs, practices, and competitive events.

• Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards in interactions with student-athletes and the campus community.

• Ensure a safe environment for all practices, competitions, and team travel.

• Comply with all applicable rules and policies (College, department, NESCAC, NCAA).

• Support fundraising initiatives by engaging alumni and parents.

• Oversee and manage team social media and marketing efforts.

• In partnership with admissions, the head coach and in consultation with the athletic director conduct an effective student-athlete recruitment program within NESCAC and NCAA rules to ensure annual recruiting goals and target rosters are met each year to meet “competitive success goals”

• Communicate often with the Sports Medicine and Strength & Conditioning staff about injured team members and coordinate treatment and rehabilitation as needed.

• Monitor and support student-athlete academic progress and overall well-being.

• Assist with individual meetings with student-athletes for performance and development.

• Maintain strong relationships with team alumni and families.

• Collaborate with Admissions and the Head Coach to meet annual roster goals through a compliant recruitment strategy to meet department competitive goals

• Communicate with Sports Medicine and Strength & Conditioning staff regarding injury treatment and rehabilitation.