The successful candidate will assist the head coach in the coaching and organization of a competitive NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse program in the Atlantic-10 conference. This position may work with the offense, defense, or other position groups, depending on skillset and experience. The position responsibilities will include teaching and coaching student-athletes for successful competition; supporting student-athletes’ academic success; recruiting prospective students; and will focus on administrative responsibilities for the Hobart Lacrosse program around travel, practice scheduling, etc. Essential Responsibilities: · Teaching and Coaching: o teach student-athletes all related principles and rules of the sport o assist in the preparation, implementation and evaluation of practice and game plans o operate digital platforms to develop training, practice and game plans o maintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgment o be knowledgeable of and compliant with all institutional, department, NCAA and A-10 conference policies, rules and regulations · Counseling and Advisement of Student-Athletes: o develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletes o reinforce academic success as a priority o encourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with faculty, deans and staff · Administrative Responsibilities: o Develop game, practice, and recruiting calendars for Hobart lacrosse coaching staff and student-athletes. o Schedule facilities, participate in practice planning and prepare the team room for daily use. o Set up and tear down practice and game facilities. o Plan the team travel schedule to include arranging bus, hotel, and food accommodations for the Hobart lacrosse team for all away contests. o Track statistics during practice and/or games. o Organize the structure and execution of film sessions for practice and games. o Operate the video software and prepare practice and game films for coaching staff as requested. · Recruiting: o effectively recruit prospective student-athletes under the direction of the head coach and consistent with the Colleges’ mission o Coordinate on-campus official and unofficial recruiting visits. o Develop itineraries for prospective student-athletes and their family for on-campus visits. o maintain the recruiting electronic database · Community Engagement/Fundraising o maintain a positive relationship with interested constituents (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media) o develop a positive relationship with Hobart Lacrosse alumni and parents · Other duties as assigned, including department-wide tasks and responsibilities. o This includes game day management responsibilities, typically for Hobart football. Other Information: This is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the academic year, with a possible shortened workweek during the scheduled summer hours’ time period. Evening and weekend work are required. Annual salary is $52,855. Bachelor’s degree required. A minimum of four years of men’s lacrosse playing and/or coaching experience is required. Competence with technology resources and a current U.S. driver’s license are vital to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. CPR and First Aid certification required (may be obtained at HWS). About HWS A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation. Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Men’s Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence. The Colleges are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, caregiver status, military status, including past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, social class, or any other category or characteristic protected by applicable law.