Sport Club Assistant Coach - Women's Lacrosse

Under the direction of the AS/SDSU Sport Club Coordinator, the Assistant Coach for the Women’s Club Lacrosse team will be responsible for assisting the head coach with the following duties: planning and administration; design and implementation of practice schedules and training schemes; coordination of team travel; coordination of member recruitment and retention efforts; alumni engagement; and promotion and marketing of the lacrosse program. The position averages 15-25 hours per week and requires availability for morning, evening, and weekend hours, including home and away competitions.

The Women’s Lacrosse Assistant Coach is responsible for the enforcement of rules, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Sport Club Handbook as well as all duties associated with coaching a collegiate club program. The successful candidate will be expected to enforce and comply with all policies and procedures established by Associated Students/SDSU, the Sport Club Program, the Western Women’s Lacrosse League (WWLL), and the Women’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association) while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Functions

Complies with all job expectations as outlined in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement
Supervises team practices, training, competitions and travel
Ensures individual and program compliance with all policies and procedures of Associated Students/SDSU and Aztec Recreation
Ensures safety of all team members, assistant coaches, and equipment is the top priority at all times
Assists team members in achieving recruiting goals
Assist with the design and implementation of practice schedules and training schemes for morning and/or afternoon practices
Ensures scheduled practices begin and end on time
Assists team members in achieving fundraising goals
Assists with the coordination of travel arrangements
Assists with the necessary equipment maintenance and repairs
Works collaboratively with team officers and coaching staff to develop and achieve program priorities
Maintains team’s positive community standing
Assists in the outreach to alumni to recruit support for the team
Represents the team in regional or national meetings with other coaches or organizations
Performs other duties as assigned

Customer Service and Collaboration

Establishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departments
Represents the team and Associated Students/SDSU in a professional manner at all times
Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all athletes and staff

Safety

Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies
Adheres to Associated Students’ Code of Safe Practices
Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor
Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum & Preferred Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience:

Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies required
Microsoft applications, Aztec Recreation website, and Microsoft applications required
Knowledge and/or participation of Aztec Recreation programs and facilities preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED certifications required (on-line courses are excluded)
Valid California Drivers’ License and proof of automobile insurance are required

Trainings:

Must complete Gender Awareness and Sexual Harassment Prevention training within 30 days of hire
Must complete the California Defensive Driving Course
Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings as directed

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work
Must be capable of maintaining positive working relationships with staff and athletes
Must be able to exercise tact and exhibit sound professional judgment
Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work
Must be able to work well with different work styles
Strong organizational skills required
Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow projects through to completion
Commitment to adhere to all the policies, rules, and regulations of Associated Students/SDSU, Aztec Recreation and Western Women’s Lacrosse League (WWLL)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Demonstrated commitment to student success and ability to recruit, train, and evaluate collegiate student athletes
Have a strong coaching background with an emphasis on skill development and leadership
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with student athletes, team officers, coaches, administrators and alumni
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy is expected

SCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a part-time position. Flexibility and willingness to work up to 25 hours per week; employee schedules vary according to team needs throughout the academic year.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 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.

Work conditions may vary depending upon the location of programs; programs may occur indoors and outdoors, therefore requiring exposure to a variety of elements. While working indoors, the environment may invoice exposure to various elements including but not limited to: extreme cold or heat, lighting and temperature are adequate, and hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, chemicals, etc.

While working outdoors, the work environment may involve exposure to various elements including but not limited to: sun, heat/cold, wind, rain, weather, dust, pollens and other environmental risks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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.

Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads up to 25 pounds. Work may require standing and moving for extended periods.

RELATIONSHIPS

Inside the Organization:

Reports to Competitive Sports Manager
Interacts with Competitive Sports Supervisor, Competitive Sport Program Lead, Competitive Sports Office Assistant and Sport Club Site Supervisors
Interfaces with other Aztec Recreation Staff, Sport Club Coaches, and Athletic Training Staff

Outside the Organization:

Related University Personnel
Sport Governing Body
Other Universities and Colleges
Professional Organizations

A background check (including a criminal records check) and Live Scan must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered this position with Associated Students. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current Associated Students employees who apply for the position.

MVR and DMV record review is required for positions that drive university vehicles and/or passengers for program related trips.