Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach — Spiritual & Recruiting

Shorter University, a NCAA Division II institution which competes in the Conference Carolinas, is currently accepting applicants for the position of Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach. This position will be responsible for Student-Athlete development including: providing spiritual development for student-athletes, evaluating and recruiting prospective student-athletes, and overall administrative duties. This position will report directly to the Athletic Director. All activities shall be conducted within the policies and resource framework of the University, the Athletics Department, the Conference Carolinas, and the NCAA.

Job Summary:
Oversee all aspects of the Men’s Lacrosse program which includes, but is not limited to: scheduling, budgeting, game preparation, practice planning and execution, conditioning, recruiting, academic monitoring, and supervision of staff and fundraising.

• Create an atmosphere that teaches student-athletes to know Jesus Christ and honor God.

Lead, guide and foster an atmosphere for spiritual growth.

Develop student-athletes with counseling, advising, educating, and motivating.

Monitor, evaluate, and retain student-athletes.

Work with strength and conditioning staff to incorporate strength training soccer programs.

Evaluate prospects through high school visits, competitions, and/or camps.

Recruit Division II eligible prospects from high school, junior college, and transfers.

Administrative

Abide by the rules and regulations of the NCAA and the Conference Carolinas

Qualifications

Previous experience as a player or coach at the collegiate level or highly successful high school and/or club coaching experience. Bachelor’s degree required.

Job Duties

Organize and supervise all practices, matches and the off-season conditioning program. Develop and administer a recruiting plan. Be responsible for budget and scheduling. Adhere to all Shorter University and NCAA rules and regulations. Arrange transportation and lodging. Administer pre-game devotional program. Ensure that the team represents Shorter University with character, class, and sportsmanship. The successful candidate must understand the role of intercollegiate athletics in a challenging academic environment which values the physical, intellectual, and spiritual development of each student.

Apply for Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach using the link below:

Send letter of application, unofficial transcripts of all academic work, statement of faith, resume, and three current letters of reference to:

Human Resources

Rome, Georgia 30165

Shorter University is a Christ-centered University affiliated with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board and requires employees to be committed Christians.