Head Women's Lacrosse Coach - Athletics

Ashland University; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashland University in Ohio seeks a Head Women's Lacrosse Coach to lead all facets of the NCAA Division II program within the GMAC. You will recruit student-athletes, manage budget and travel, plan practices and games, and ensure compliance with NCAA and GMAC rules.

The role also involves mentoring academics, representing the department at events, and coordinating with campus partners to support student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to impart lacrosse fundamentals and techniques.
• Coaching/playing experience at high school or college level preferred.
• Identify and recruit student-athletes.
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Budget management capability; weekends/evenings required.
• Authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach lacrosse technique and skill development to athletes.
• Instruct on health, team concepts, safety, and team building.
• Ensure NCAA and GMAC compliance and explain rules to players.
• Explain Ashland University's mission to student-athletes.
• Monitor sport budget, travel plans, and equipment purchases.
• Recruit potential student-athletes and meet roster requirements.
• Monitor academic progress and coordinate with campus partners.
• Plan and lead practices and games; develop game strategies.
• Direct scouting and supervise a graduate assistant coach.

Skills

Coaching experience

Recruiting

Communication

Budget management

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Head Women's Lacrosse Coach - Athletics Job Description

Ashland University is an NCAA Division II institution that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC). Ashland University offers a comprehensive 24-sport athletic program.

The university is located off of Interstate 71 in Ashland, Ohio, midway between Cleveland and Columbus.

Job Duties

• Candidates must be able to teach proper technique and skill development in various aspects of lacrosse. Candidates should have a complete and thorough understanding of the sport and be able to instruct student-athletes in small group and one-on-one settings.
• Applicants should be well versed and able to instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts and team building exercises, team development techniques and safety.
• A thorough understanding of NCAA and GMAC rules and regulations is required. The head coach must adhere to these rules and ensure that the program is in compliance with all rules, regulations and guidelines. The ability to articulate these to student-athletes is also required.
• An understanding of Ashland University's mission and goals is required. Applicants must have the ability to explain these to student-athletes.
• Candidates will be responsible for monitoring the budget of the sport. All plans for travel and equipment purchase also fall under the responsibility of the head coach.
• This position requires the ability to recruit potential student-athletes. The head coach is responsible for meeting all Ashland University roster requirements.
• The head coach is responsible for monitoring academic progress of all student-athletes on the team and working with various constituencies across campus to ensure that student-athletes receive the proper academic counseling and assistance.
• All practice and game preparation falls under the direction of the head coach. The head coach is responsible for the implementation of game plans and will be the lead coach at all games and tournaments.
• The head coach will direct and finalize all scouting responsibilities.
• The head coach will select and direct and evaluate a graduate assistant coach.
• This position could require other assignments as assigned by the athletic director. These could include fundraising, game management and representing the athletic department at various functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Candidates must have the ability to successfully impart lacrosse fundamentals and playing techniques. Candidates must have a thorough understanding of the game and be able to instruct in a number of areas.
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience on the high school and college level is highly desired.
• The ability to identify and recruit student-athletes is required.
• This position requires well-developed communication skills, as well as strong time management and organizational skills.
• The ability to manage a budget is required.
• The ability to work weekends and evenings is required. This position requires extensive travel, both in recruiting and to games.
• Applicant must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Ashland University will not sponsor or take over sponsorship for an employment visa.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands Anticipated Start Date of New Hire 09/21/2026 Anticipated Number of Hours Working per Week 40+ Shift Required? Varied