Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Position Status: Full-Time, Regular

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/09

Salary Range: $46,947

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location:  4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB

Incumbent functions as Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach. This position works under the general supervision of the Head Men’s Lacrosse coach who outlines broad program goals and objectives.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES                                               

• Works with the head coach to manage the budget for the program. 
• Prepares and finalizes travel arrangements for the program according to departmental policies and guidelines.
• Assists in making assignments and providing supervision and direction to the team manager and volunteer assistant coaches.
• Assists in organizing and conducting practice sessions.
• Assists in the recruitment of student-athletes.
• As needed finalizes travel arrangements and details with the Athletic Director or designee.
• Assists in preparing equipment requests as needed.
• Assists in scheduling of scrimmages and contests (conference and non-conference).
• Recommends student athletes for awards to head coach.
• Furnishes team roster to the administrative assistant, compliance director and sports communications director for eligibility, administrative and promotions when directed.
• Assists in coordination of team pictures and news releases with the Sports Communication Director
• Assists in ensuring appropriate conduct of student-athletes.
• Assists in academic study sessions and progress report monitoring.
• Assists in planning and coordinating team building activities, fundraising and departmental activities and events.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science degree.
• 1-2 years of coaching and playing experience.

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not part of the collective bargaining unit.  

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business,  or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Residency Preference: The Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1988, D.C. Law 7-203, created a system in which provides that any applicant for employment in the Career or Educational Services who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia may claim a residency reference at the time of application. An applicant selected for an appointment based on District residency will be required to submit no less than eight (8) proofs of bona fide District residency. Bona fide District residency must be maintained from the date of appointment to the position for seven (7) consecutive years. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the (7) year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5380.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.