Head Field Hockey and Women's Lacrosse Coach
Albertus Magnus College thrives as a diverse and dynamic institution serving 1,500 students in three distinct degree programs: traditional undergraduate, accelerated adult undergraduate and master’s degrees. Through its liberal arts and professional educational offerings and its long- standing excellence in student-centered, values-based education, Albertus Magnus College is a shining example of modern day education. The Albertus campus provides a distinctive environment for students, faculty and staff. The College’s 50-acre, park-like campus, within walking distance to downtown New Haven, is located in one of the city’s most distinguished residential neighborhoods, Prospect Hill, which features both early 20th century mansions and modern architectural gems. Numerous academic, student services, and athletic facilities grace the campus, which serve as an attraction to prospective students. The Mission Statement of Albertus Magnus College is to provide men and women with an education that promotes the search for truth in all its dimensions and is practical in its application.
Position Title: Full Time Head Women’s Lacrosse and Field Hockey Coach
Reporting to: Director of Athletics
Position Summary - The Head Women’s Lacrosse and Field Hockey Coach is expected to direct the day-to-day operation and development of these programs at Albertus Magnus College. The Head Coach is accountable for building the requisite roster size and developing a student-athlete recruitment plan to ensure the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of an appropriate roster. The Head Coach implements a strength and conditioning program and plans for and manages practices and games. The Head Coach also must provide positive guidance to each student-athlete that fosters and develops the premise that athletics are an integral component of the student experience, and that athletic achievement must not come at the expense of academic success.
Along with coaching responsibilities this position has additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develops and implements a recruiting plan to achieve and maintain a roster size adequate for sponsorship of both Women’s Lacrosse and Field Hockey in accordance with the College’s enrollment growth strategies.
- Develops and implements a daily practice plan to insure proper preparation for intercollegiate competition.
- Provides contest preparation by scouting opponents.
- Promotes the visions and values of Albertus Magnus College by emphasizing the experience and education of each student-athlete as the most important component of intercollegiate athletic participation.
- Provides a year-round strength and conditioning program tailored towards the individual sport.
Qualifications:
Knowledge of collegiate rules and a demonstrated compliance with said rules.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but can be substituted with relevant work experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience as a student-athlete or coach of the sport(s).
- General understanding of the recruiting process at the college level.
- A demonstrated commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy regarding the student-athlete experience.
Special Working Conditions:
Evening and some weekend hours required.
Interested candidates should reference Search # ALT-130 in the subject line and send a cover letter, resume and references to hr@albertus.edu
Questions can be directed to Athletic Director Michael Kobylanski at 203-773-8578.
