**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** - Oversee and execute all facets of the Men's Lacrosse program, ensuring that all efforts align with the college's strategic objectives, the overarching goals of the Department of Athletics, and adhere to the regulations set forth by the NAIA and relevant conference guidelines.

- Actively recruit and retain highly skilled student-athletes who demonstrate potential for success in the NAIA framework. This involves utilizing effective recruitment strategies, identifying talent through scouting, and conducting outreach to promising high school and junior college players.

- Develop, meticulously monitor, and manage the Men’s Lacrosse program's annual budget, ensuring financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support operational needs, coaching staff, training facilities, equipment purchases, and travel expenses.

- Ensure compliance with all college policies, Department of Athletics directives, NAIA regulations, and conference rules by providing thorough training and support to student-athletes and assistant coaches, fostering a culture of integrity and respect for the rules of competition.

- Oversee the conduct and discipline of student-athletes, implementing policies that promote sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal accountability while addressing any violations swiftly and fairly in accordance with institutional guidelines.

- Enhance the visibility and support of the Men’s Lacrosse program. This includes strategies for community engagement, social media presence, promotional events, and collaboration with local media outlets to attract prospective fans and support.

- Organize and conduct effective team practices that incorporate skill development, tactical drills, strength and conditioning sessions, and preparation for competitive games, ensuring that athletes are well-equipped to perform at their highest level.

- Collaborate closely with the Admissions and Financial Aid offices to identify and recruit student-athletes who are not only athletically gifted but also align with the institution’s academic standards and community values.

- Select, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assistant coaches and support personnel, fostering professional development through constructive feedback, ongoing training, and alignment with the program's goals.

- Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes actively, providing guidance and resources to help them balance their athletic commitments with their educational pursuits, thus promoting their long-term success both on and off the field.

- Travel overnight as necessary for competitions and team activities, ensuring that all travel plans are organized efficiently while prioritizing the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.

- Maintain flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends during the lacrosse season and as required by program needs, demonstrating commitment to the development and success of the Men's Lacrosse team.

- Perform additional functions and duties as requested by the Director of Athletics, contributing to the overall mission of the athletics department and participating actively in broader departmental initiatives and events.

- In-depth knowledge of NAIA regulations and guidelines. 

- Ability to engage effectively with a diverse array of community stakeholders. 

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 

- Demonstrated success in recruiting talented athletes for the sport. 

- Proficient in guiding student-athletes on matters of personal conduct, academic performance, and athletic participation, with an emphasis on sportsmanship. 

- Skilled in teaching the fundamental principles of the sport. 

- Expertise in preparing and maintaining precise records and reports, particularly in relation to budgetary data. 

- Ability to make informed administrative decisions and judgments. 

- Proven ability to multitask and efficiently manage a variety of responsibilities. 

- Prior coaching experience at the collegiate level or equivalent, with a successful track record.    

About Columbia College

Columbia College was founded in 1854 as Columbia Female College by the Methodist Conference of South Carolina. The College, located on Plain Street, now Hampton, in Columbia, SC, opened to students in October 1859. In 1865 during the height of the Civil War, the College closed as General Sherman’s troops approached Columbia but reopened in 1873. In 1904, the College dropped “Female” from its name and moved to Eau Claire after benefactors Frederick H. Hyatt and Col. John T. Sloan donated land. In 1964, the campus survived a fire that destroyed the Old Main classroom building and the East Wing Dormitory. What remained of the columns became a symbol for the College and has since been incorporated into the logo. Columbia College continues to serve as an institution for higher education, with approximately 1,500 male and female students in both undergraduate and graduate courses.

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