Club Sports Men's Lacrosse Coach

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. 

Sacred Heart University is a contemporary Catholic university rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts that cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. SHU upholds a universal perspective, welcoming and valuing diverse faith traditions, including those from religious and nonreligious backgrounds. This catholicity, which is the basis of inclusivity, enriches dialogue, deepens understanding and strengthens our commitment to creating a more compassionate and just world.

The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu 
 
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Position Summary

The Sacred Heart University Department of Club Sports and Recreation is seeking a Head Coach for its Men’s Lacrosse team. The Head Coach will be responsible for the recruitment and retention of players, practice preparation, game-day coaching, and other administrative duties for the team.  This part-time position will run from October 1^st until April 30th of each academic year.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the recruitment of prospective students who will meet University admission standards.
• Be responsible for all league-required paperwork, as well as understanding all rules associated.
• Foster and enhance relationships with other coaches.
• Responsible for the retention of all team members, particularly first-year students, and ensuring their transition into college is seamless.
• Work with the Club Sports staff to develop a cohesive program and highlight those via social media and the Club Sports website.
• Develop a recruitment plan beyond the upcoming season.
• Will create and implement a weekly practice plan to ensure all team members are prepared for competition.
• The coach should demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Prepare, plan, and coordinate practice schedules each week and provide proper and high-end instruction to student-athletes.
• Work with the Athletic Training staff and Strength and Conditioning staff on player safety and development.
• Oversee all game day responsibilities, including game planning, transportation, and game roster.
• Work closely with the Director of Club Sports and Recreation on the preparation of the season, schedule, and recruitment.
• Responsible for recruitment and retention of club lacrosse student-athletes.
• Manage coaching staff and student manager staff as hired by the Head Coach.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the league.
• Other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of coaching experience at the high school, prep, junior, or collegiate level.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends as the vast majority of games are Friday-Sunday.
• Possess experience working with diverse staff, including college-age students.
• Must maintain coaching certification or be willing to acquire certification. 

Unusual Working Conditions

Nights and weekends will be required

This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.