Head Men's Lacrosse Coach

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Collegiate Athletic Association is seeking a Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach at Alvernia University. This position involves ethical leadership in managing the lacrosse program, focusing on student-athlete success, recruiting, and fostering a positive team environment. Candidates should have a commitment to the university's values and the required qualifications.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission and core values of Alvernia University.
• Successful experience as a student-athlete and/or coach required.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide ethical leadership in managing all aspects of the Men’s Lacrosse program.
• Recruit and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.
• Ensure the academic success of student-athletes through monitoring and support.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Team-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Head Men's Lacrosse Coach

Position: Full Time, Exempt Staff

Location: Main Campus, Reading, PA, US

Job Summary:

The Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach is responsible for providing ethical leadership in managing all aspects of the Men’s Lacrosse program, including fostering a positive team environment, recruiting and retaining academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, and preparing student-athletes for success through planning, strategy development, and skill instruction.

Essential Functions:

1. Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University, demonstrating the University Ideal Characteristics. As an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion while demonstrating service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability.
2. Identify, recruit, and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes according to university standards; meet or exceed recruiting goals.
3. Ensure the academic success of student-athletes by monitoring progress and attendance, and involving academic support resources when necessary.
4. Foster a positive environment for learning and growth, serving as a mentor, advisor, and role model with good character and integrity; monitor discipline and conduct to promote personal growth and adherence to community standards.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Maintain records and ensure compliance with university, MAC, and NCAA policies and regulations; keep accurate financial records, including fundraising transactions.
2. Foster a positive team environment through regular meetings with student-athletes, coaches, and administrators.
3. Collaborate with the Coordinator of Equipment & Operations and the Director of Athletics on budget and purchasing planning.
4. Perform administrative duties as assigned based on department needs and expertise.

Qualifications:

1. Commitment to the mission, core values, and goals of Alvernia University.
2. Bachelor’s degree required; successful experience as a student-athlete and/or coach required; master’s degree and college head coaching experience preferred.
3. Effective communication skills with student-athletes, coaches, trainers, and administration; team-oriented attitude.
4. Strong leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and team-building skills; ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
5. Commitment to a positive student-athlete experience with a focus on safety, health, and well-being.