Boys Lacrosse Head Coach

The Delaware Military Academy seeks a proven, dedicated, and enthusiastic coach to lead its Boys Lacrosse program. This is a paid, part-time position, reporting to the Athletic Director. The Head Boys Lacrosse Coach will oversee the coaching staff, participate in attracting prospective students, facilitate collegiate recruitment, and oversee all football in and out-of-season programming. As a program leader, the Head Coach should be a collaborative educator looking to build on the team's current success while creating a clear vision for the program's future. The Head Boys Lacrosse Coach will promote a strong, healthy team culture-including the value of sportsmanship-and the pursuit of excellence both on and off the playing field. Ideal coaching candidates should have experience coaching at the high school and/or college level as well as strong communication skills.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Act as a role model and leader at all times, gaining the respect and trust of the student-athletes, parents, and coaching colleagues.
• Possesses excellent task and project management, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with ability to develop and maintain all stakeholder relationships.
• Attend, organize, and run effective practices and games while using positive coaching techniques.
• Evaluate, break down, and review film providing appropriate film study for athletes.
• Evaluate athlete performance and provide real-time suitable feedback, balancing criticism with positivity and motivation.
• Work within the Delaware Military Academy Athletic Department, DSAC Conference, and DIAA to adhere to all regulations.
• Supervise, manage, and mentor a full staff in a manner commensurate with athletic department policy and vision.
• Represent Delaware Military Academy at all DSAC, DIAA, and football-specific organizations meetings, press conferences, banquets, etc., advocating on behalf of deserving players eligible for postseason awards/accolades.
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, and technologies relevant to the sport.
• Work closely with the College Counseling office and Athletic Department to strategize and assist student-athletes with the college process when students are being recruited. Develop and maintain professional contacts with collegiate coaches and programs at all levels are instrumental in supporting Delaware Military Academy student-athletes.
• Work closely with the Athletic Department to make sure all operational needs are met, including but not limited to properly fitting and safe equipment, uniforms, transportation, game day support, etc.
• Monitor and run the Football Instagram page and participate in Athletic Department social media campaigns.

Required Experience, Degree, and Skills:

• Prior years of coaching or athletic experience are preferred
• Organization and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude towards students, staff, and faculty