Head Coach, Mens Lacrosse

University of California; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Manhattanville University is seeking a Head Coach for Men’s Lacrosse on the Manhattanville Campus. The role manages day-to-day operations, recruiting, practice planning, scheduling, fundraising, and budget oversight, reporting to the Associate VP for Athletics & Recreation.

Emphasis on academic monitoring and community relations is essential. The candidate will supervise coaching staff, maintain NCAA/compliance standards, and lead student-athletes to athletic and academic success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Intercollegiate coaching and playing experience.
• Collegiate-level recruiting experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of lacrosse program operations.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes and manage travel.
• Plan practices and coaching during games.
• Coordinate fundraising and budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA policies and conference rules.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Flexible schedule

Travel for competitions

Game-day supervision

Coaching techniques

Relationship building

Independent teamwork

Student-athlete communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Head Coach, Men’s Lacrosse

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Associate Vice President for Athletics & Recreation

Effective Date: 9/1/2026

# of Direct Reports: 1

# of People Supported: 1

Job Description

The position is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the Men’s Lacrosse program including coaching, recruiting, practice planning and preparation, competition scheduling, fundraising, budgetary management, strength & conditioning, academic monitoring, and other duties as assigned. The head coach, in addition to all the requirements detailed in the essential duties and responsibilities section, is recognized as pivotal to, and responsible for, the record of the program as it relates to competitive scheduling, University/community relations and the enhancement and academic achievement of the student-athletes. The position reports to the Associate Vice President for Athletics & Recreation.

Supervisory/Duties Responsibilities

Recruiting

• Oversee and implement all aspects of the recruiting process.
• Identify and evaluate prospective student athletes
• Engage in communication with the prospects, parents, coaches, and other advisors through extensive travel, written and verbal correspondence
• Attract potential student-athletes to Manhattanville University
• Communicate with Compliance Officer to ensure that all NCAA policies are followed

Coaching

• Oversee and direct all aspects of coaching during practice and games
• Enhance the development of the student-athletes lacrosse skills through team practice and one-on-one instruction
• Ensure that proper safety procedures are followed by all student-athletes
• Work with athletics trainers and physicians to implement team wellness and conditioning programs
• Provide direction to the Strength and Conditioning coach as to the desired training goals
• Understand current and changing NCAA, Skyline Conference, and Manhattanville University Compliance Policy and Procedures as they relate to the Men’s Lacrosse programs
• Maintain consistent communication with Manhattanville’s compliance staff and athletic
• Fully comply with the rules, regulations, and policies of the NCAA, of the Skyline Conference, and of the University and its Athletic Department and take every reasonable precaution to ensure that all members of the men’s lacrosse staff comply fully with such rules, regulations, and policies
• Monitor academic progress of student athletes
• Coordinate the program's fundraising activities
• Responsible for the scheduling of contests
• Performs other additional duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Travel required for competitions and recruiting.
• Perform game-day supervision duties of other sporting events as assigned
• Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students, and alumni.
• Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches, athletic and university administration.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Current knowledge of rules and policies of the NCAA Division III
• Intercollegiate coaching and playing experience
• Recruiting at a collegiate level
• CPR/AED Certified
• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move sport-related equipment such as goals, weights, cones, etc..
• Ability to physically perform coaching tasks such as demonstrating a drill to players
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Travel is required for competitions and recruiting.
• Perform game-day supervision duties of other sporting events as assigned which could result in lifting items more than 50lbs

Salary

The annual salary for this position is $57,058.00.

Hours Expectation

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Work Location

In person (Manhattanville Campus)

Housing

Housing is not provided.

Benefits

Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page: Manhattanville Benefits

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be invited to interview before the application deadline. We encourage you to apply early, as the position may be filled prior to the closing date.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of their employment.

Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. If you are unable to complete this application process, contact Manhattanville Human Resources at [e-mail] to ask for assistance.