Assistant Coach – Postgraduate Lacrosse

Fork Union Military Academy; Fork Union (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

Benefits option

Room & board

Job summary

An educational institution in Virginia seeks a passionate full-time Assistant Coach for the Postgraduate Lacrosse Program. The ideal candidate will have experience in recruiting and developing student-athletes, with responsibilities including practice planning and program operations. This role demands energy and a competitive mindset to help build a nationally competitive postgraduate program. Compensation includes salary, benefits options, and housing provisions.

Qualifications

• Previous college or high-level lacrosse playing/coaching experience preferred.
• Strong recruiting ability and national network database.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel for recruiting.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective postgraduate student-athletes globally.
• Assist with practice planning, game preparation, scouting.
• Develop and implement defensive systems and player development.

Skills

Recruiting ability

Player development

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Competitive mindset

Job description

FUMA is seeking a full-time Assistant Coach for the Postgraduate Lacrosse Program.

This position is ideal for a high-energy, motivated coach who is passionate about recruiting, developing student‑athletes and helping continue to grow a nationally competitive postgraduate program.

Estimated Start Date: June 15, 2026

The assistant coach will play a key role in recruiting, player development, practice planning, and program operations while helping instill the academy's Christian values, including discipline, accountability, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective postgraduate student‑athletes globally
• Assist with practice planning, game preparation, scouting, and other duties as assigned in athletic department
• Develop and implement defensive systems and player development
• Support strength & conditioning expectations and team culture
• Help manage program operations, travel, logistics and equipment
• Maintain strong communication with recruits, families, and college coaches
• Assist with social media, marketing and program promotion
• Uphold the standards and Christian mission at FUMA

Qualifications

• Previous college or high‑level lacrosse playing/coaching experience preferred
• Strong recruiting ability and national network database
• Highly organized, disciplined, and detail‑oriented
• Competitive mindset and relentless work ethicAbility to mentor and develop young men both on and off the field
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel for recruiting, as well as pass a background check

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
• Benefits option
• Room & board

Ideal Candidate

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

• Energetic and relentless in recruiting
• Passionate about player development and implementing offensive and defensive strategies
• Highly organized, reliable, and dependable
• Committed to helping build a tough, competitive, disciplined program

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, references, and a brief statement of your coaching philosophy.