Men's Lacrosse Assistant Coach

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

The University of Michigan Athletic Department is accepting applications for an Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach. This position reports directly to the Head Men's Lacrosse Coach and is responsible for performing duties in accordance with University, NCAA and Conference rules, regulations and policies. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: support student-athletes in pursuit of academic goals, contribute to the recruitment of prospective student-athletes, train and develop student-athletes in assigned positions, assist with team practice plans and competition strategies, prepare video and scouting reports, serve as a liaison to assigned support units and represent the Men's Lacrosse program at various University functions. 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university 

• Previous coaching and/or playing at the NCAA level or higher

• Ability to identify and recruit qualified prospects who can succeed academically and athletically 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills needed to develop and maintain positive, respectful relationships with student-athletes 

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and support staff within Michigan Athletics and the University community

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off 
   
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting 
   
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance 
   
• Life insurance 
   
• Long-term disability coverage 
   
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.