Assistant Lacrosse Coach

The University of Pittsburgh athletics department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of an Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach. The assistant position will be responsible for all assistance in all facets of the planning and organization of a highly competitive Division I program competing in the ACC. Assists the Head Coach with all aspects of a sports program. Recruits athletes, mentors athletes, fosters athletic, emotional, and academic group of student athletes. Oversees sports equipment, practice plans and schedules, skill development, designs coaching strategies. Oversees public and media relations. Coordinates team travel and schedule. Adheres to all rules and regulations.

Job Summary

Assists the Head Coach with all aspects of a sports program. Recruits athletes, mentors athletes, fosters athletic, emotional, and academic group of student athletes. Oversees sports equipment, practice plans and schedules, skill development, designs coaching strategies. Oversees public and media relations. Coordinates team travel and schedule. Adheres to all rules and regulations.

Essential Functions

Coaching -- Carries out coaching assignments during daily work-outs, practices and scheduled events. Enforces team rules. Maintains statistics. Monitors each assigned athletes' performance and employs specific coaching modalities to meet needs. Overlooks the offensive unit -- specifically the creating and implementing of a competitive offensive system.

Recruiting and Brand Promotion -- recruits student-athletes; assists with departmental recruiting activities and carries out scouting assignments. Actively finds ways to promote the program and build the Pitt Lacrosse brand with in the Pittsburgh community and Nationally.

Financial and general administration -- assist in budget planning. Assists with the coordination of team travel plans. Works with the facilities coordinator to adhere to practice and competition schedules.

Physical conditioning -- consults with trainers and team physicians in monitoring the well-being of student-athletes.

Compliance -- Serve as the primary compliance contact with the Compliance Office and assist the Head Coach with all related compliance duties, including education and monitoring as needed for the Pitt Lacrosse program.

Physical Effort

Instructing and demonstrating physical skills while coaching; extensive travel via car, air and bus. Must stand for long periods of time at practices and games. May participate in drills or practices. May have to lift or transport equipment.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Coach.Assistant Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Varies Work Arrangement: Varies Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: Yes Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require su cessful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI244935893