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Associated Students, San Diego State University

Sport Club Coach Assistant Coach - Men's Lacrosse

Associated Students, San Diego State University, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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General Purpose Under the direction of the A.S./SDSU Competitive Sports Coordinator, the Assistant Coach for the men's club lacrosse team will be responsible for assisting with the coordination and operations of the San Diego State University Men's Club Lacrosse team. The Assistant Coach will assist with creating practice plans and team development strategies; running and controlling team drills; and achieving the enhancement of team skill performance. This position requires availability for evening and weekend hours.

The 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, and Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association (MCLA), and the Southwestern Lacrosse Conference (SLC) while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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 designs and implementation of practice schedules and training schemes for evening and/or weekend practices

Ensures scheduled practices begin and end on time

Assists team members in achieving fundraising goals

Works with coaches from other programs and sport leagues to coordinate scrimmages and competitions

Assists with the coordination of travel arrangements

Assists with the necessary equipment maintenance and repairs

Works collaboratively with team officers and administrators 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

Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred

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

License & Certification: American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED certifications required (online courses are excluded); Valid California Drivers' License and proof of automobile insurance required

Trainings: Anti-Harassment training (must be completed within 30 days of hire); Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (must be completed within 30 days of hire); Gender Awareness Training (must be completed 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 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 sport leagues

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 volunteer 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 Work conditions may vary depending on program location; programs may occur indoors and outdoors, requiring exposure to a variety of elements. Indoor environments may involve exposure to extreme cold, ice, lighting and temperature conditions, hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, chemicals, etc. Outdoor environments may involve exposure to sun, heat/cold, wind, rain, weather, dust, pollens and other environmental risks.

Physical Demands Physical requirements include walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, working in confined spaces, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads up to 25 pounds. Work may require standing and moving for extended periods.

Relationships Reports to Competitive Sports Coordinator. Interacts with Assistant Director, Competitive Sport Supervisor, Competitive Sports Office Assistant, Competitive Sports Lead, and Sport Club Site Supervisors; interfaces with other Aztec Recreation Staff, Sport Club Coaches, and Athletic Training Staff.

Employment Category This is a part-time hourly position at $17.25 per hour. A background check (including a criminal records check) and Live Scan must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered this position. 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.

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