Head Mens Lacrosse Coach

Head Men's Lacrosse Coach

Department: Athletics

Location: Columbia, MO

Type: Staff, Full-time

Pay: $45,000 to $53,000 per year (Pay range may vary based on geographic location)

Diversity Statement:

Columbia College is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The college maintains a safe place for open discourse; supports activities that promote diversity and inclusion; and overall, fosters a sense of community that welcomes everyone.

Job Summary:

The Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach will direct the men’s intercollegiate lacrosse program.

Essential Functions:

• Perform job duties in accordance with Columbia College’s vision, mission and values, and contributes to the development of the Athletics Department. Administer a competitive program to include organizing, supervising, and maintaining a schedule of practices and events, planning and directing physical conditioning programs, and instructing student-athletes in strategies and performance principles.
• Support the individual educational goals of student-athletes and provide opportunities for academic assistance to student-athletes if required, monitoring the academic progress of each participating student-athlete.
• Maintain the integrity of the athletic program through knowledge and application of NAIA rules and regulations. Demonstrate a working knowledge of NAIA rules. Inform and educate student-athletes of all appropriate NAIA eligibility rules.
• Recruit qualified student-athletes.
• Be active in all department-wide fund raising and related professional activities.
• Maintain a balanced men’s lacrosse budget.
• Be supportive of all athletic teams and other athletic department personnel.
• Hold membership in appropriate national associations and be active in related professional activities.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Practice superior customer service.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Display respect and civility to all constituencies regardless of method of communication.
• Attend work timely and during the established hours of operation on a regular basis; work additional hours as business necessitates.
  
  
  

Supervision Given:

Graduate Assistant Coach

Supervision Received:

Director of Athletics

Skills:

• Ability to fluently read, write and understand the English language.
• Proficiency with the following, but not limited to: instructing; speaking; management of personnel resources; judgment and decision making; monitoring; coordination; learning strategies; critical thinking; active listening; social perceptiveness.
• Proficiency for using a variety of computer and technology-related software and equipment, including Microsoft Office products and database systems.
• Proficiency for using web-based technologies, including database systems.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment, with or without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills with all constituents.
  
  
  

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution.

Experience:

• Coaching experience at the High School or collegiate level.
• Competitive playing experience at the collegiate level.
  
  
  

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in related field.
• Three years successful coaching experience at the collegiate level.
  
  
  

Special Requirements:

• Ability to pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment, and on an annual basis, during employment.
• Ability to pass a drug test as a condition of employment, and during employment, and on a random basis or as required if probable cause or reasonable suspicion.
• Over-night and out-of-state travel required.
• Valid US State Driver License.
• Must meet and maintain requirements as an approved driver for Columbia College.
• Evening and weekend hours required.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee must lift, carry and move a minimum of 10 pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to type on a computer keyboard and use a computer monitor on a frequent and regular basis.

Work Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions; however, possible exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certain equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild. Extensive sitting in one position. Regular interaction with the College community and the public.

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty and responsibility required by the employee in the position.

Eligibility for employee benefits and perks is determined by employment status. For more information please see https://www.ccis.edu/careers.

Other Requirements: Ability to satisfy, within the parameters set by the College and consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

In compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Campus Safety for Columbia College has provided the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and crime statistics for the main campus and venues nationwide.

Columbia College is required to distribute this information to all current and prospective employees and students. Please follow the link below for the full report or contact Human Resources at 573-875-7495 for a printed copy.

https://www.ccis.edu/campus-safety/crime-reporting/reports-stats