Men's Lacrosse - Assistant Coach

Details

Posted: 20-Jun-25

Location: Bloomington, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: 35-40K

Categories

Coaching

Coaching - Lacrosse

Sector

Collegiate Sports

Required Education

4 Year Degree

Illinois Wesleyan University, a NCAA Division III institution and member of the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin, invites applications for the full-time, 10-month position of Assistant Coach Men’s Lacrosse. Assist the head coach in all aspects of the program, including, coordination of the offensive or defensive scheme. Recruit, retain, develop and provide positive student-athlete experience. Additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director. The successful candidate will have excellent skills in using technology to enhance program operations and recruiting, as well as, a commitment to understanding and adhering to NCAA/CCIW Rules. This is a full time, on-campus position. Generous benefits include health, retirement, considerable time off and access to multiple tuition programs for self and dependents.

Responsibilities: - Player/individual team development; provide opportunities for for skill development; develop, communicate, research and implement game plans; work with head coach on daily practice/training schedule; assist head coach in inventory and maintaining of equipment

• Recruiting for University & program; identify potential student athletes via outreach to high school and club coaches; coordinate recruit visits, travel to high schools and club competitions; execute marketing and recruiting plan to bring in an assigned number of student-athletes per year
• Retention of student athletes in program; meet regularly with student athletes; create positive balance between athletic and academic responsibilities; mentor and assist students in finding resources
• Alumni relations and fundraisers with former men’s lacrosse student athletes, families, and friends of the program; regular communication and assist in fundraising efforts; coordinate alumnae lacrosse events to maintain connections
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Minimum of one (1) year experience at the collegiate level or high school head coaching preferred
• Preference for candidates with goalie/faceoff experience
• Overnight and weekend hours, as needed
• Valid driver’s license
  
  

Application Information

Please download the application at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/Positions.html. Feel free to include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and the position is open until filled.

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Illinois Wesleyan University

Human Resources

209 Holmes Hall

1312 Park Street

Bloomington, IL 61701

Fax 309-556-1710

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Final candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation.

Salary $35-$40k, based on experience

An overview of IWU benefits can be found here. Illinois Wesleyan University does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to supporting and further building our community in these dimensions. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer. Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy may be accessed at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/SexualMisconductPolicy.html. Illinois Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusive excellence; details at www.iwu.edu/diversity.

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About Illinois Wesleyan University - Athletics

Illinois Wesleyan University is a highly selective national liberal arts institution enrolling approximately 1500 students. Located in the Twin Cities of Bloomington-Normal, a culturally rich community of 135,000 approximately 2 hours south of Chicago, IWU enjoys a tradition of academic and athletic excellence. IWU has long been known for its outstanding faculty, distinctive liberal arts curriculum, the personal attention it gives students, and its beautiful and welcoming campus.

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