Head Women's Lacrosse Coach - Dean College

Dean College; Franklin (MA); Sur place; USD 47 000 - 57 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dean College in Franklin, MA seeks an experienced Head Women's Lacrosse Coach to lead its NCAA Division III program. You will recruit student-athletes, plan strategic program development, and ensure academic success while maintaining athletic excellence.

The role requires a visionary leader with strong communication and organizational skills, capable of building a cohesive team and representing the College with integrity on and off the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Collegiate head coaching and/or high-level assistant coaching experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of three years of coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Proven ability to recruit and retain high-performing student-athletes.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a positive team culture and support student-athlete development.
• Commitment to NCAA Division III philosophy and the mission of Dean College.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel is required for recruiting and competition.

Responsabilités

• Direct the recruitment efforts for the women's lacrosse program by identifying and attracting student-athletes who align with the College values.
• Design and implement a strategic plan to elevate the women's lacrosse program, including recruitment, player development, coaching, and support.
• Provide academic oversight, support, and accountability to ensure retention, eligibility, and graduation.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches to ensure program philosophy alignment.
• Plan and lead all practices, skill development, and strength/conditioning activities.
• Manage game day planning, scouting, and in-game decision-making.
• Coordinate travel logistics and scheduling for home and away contests.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive team culture emphasizing sportsmanship and academics.

Connaissances

Recruiting

Coaching

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Description du poste

Dean College is a private, residential New England college grounded in a culture and tradition that all students deserve the opportunity to discover and exceed their greatest aspirations. A personal and transformative community since 1865, Dean tirelessly inspires our students to unimagined heights through personalized support and integrated delivery of academic, co-curricular, and experiential learning. Our graduates are lifelong learners who thrive in their careers, embrace social responsibility, and demonstrate leadership.

Recognized as a Top Regional College by U.S. News & World Report for fifteenth consecutive years and named a College of Distinction for eleven consecutive years, Dean serves more than 1,000 full-time students and offers over 50 academic programs and specializations, as well as a robust schedule of continuing studies and certificate programs throughout the year.

Dean College is perfectly situated in Franklin, Massachusetts, which is conveniently located between Boston and Providence, Rhode Island, and is accessible to Boston by commuter rail. The Dean College/Franklin rail station is only a five-minute walk from campus.

Approximately 90 percent of the College's student population lives on campus and Dean provides a supportive academic environment that thrives on hands-on engagement and exceptional teaching. This community-wide commitment of always going the extra mile for students is known as The Dean Difference. Outside of the classroom, students participate in 16 athletic teams and more than 40 on-campus groups and organizations.

Ninety-six percent of our bachelor's degree students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within 12 months of graduation. Alumni are hard at work in top-ranked graduate programs and are employed by organizations such as Universal Studios, Dell Technologies, Liberty Mutual, Kraft Sports + Entertainment, the Boston Ballet, and more.

What is The Dean Difference?

The Dean Difference isn't any one thing. It's not a program or a professor. It's not a single class or a club. It's the way our academic support networks and community overlap, interweave, and magnify each other. Our difference unites us. It's our secret formula. It's the nucleus around which we orbit. It isn't one thing, it's everything.

Job Description:

Dean College seeks an experienced and dynamic Head Women's Lacrosse Coach to lead its NCAA Division III women's lacrosse program as it continues to compete at a high level within the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC). The Head Women's Lacrosse Coach will be responsible for building and sustaining a strong, competitive program that upholds the highest standards of integrity, athletic excellence, and academic achievement.
This role requires a visionary leader with strategic planning abilities, strong management skills, and exceptional interpersonal and communication talents to cultivate team cohesion, inspire student‑athletes, and positively represent the College and its athletic programs. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to advancing Dean College Women’s Lacrosse, enhancing the student‑athlete experience, and achieving success both on the field and in the classroom.
The Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach is responsible for maintaining compliance with the policies, rules, and regulations of the NCAA, GNAC, and Dean College.
This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position with an expected annualized salary of $52,000, commensurate with experience. The College also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.

Position responsibilities include:

• Direct the recruitment efforts for the women's lacrosse program by identifying and attracting a diverse group of student‑athletes who demonstrate strong academic and athletic potential and who align with the values and culture of Dean College.
• Design and implement a strategic plan to sustain and elevate the women's lacrosse program, including excellence in recruitment, player development, coaching, game preparation, and student‑athlete support.
• Provide academic oversight, support, and accountability to ensure student‑athlete retention, eligibility, and graduation.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches to ensure alignment with program philosophy and performance goals.
• Plan and lead all practices, skill development sessions, and strength and conditioning activities.
• Manage all aspects of game day planning, scouting, and in‑game decision-making.
• Coordinate travel logistics and scheduling for all home and away contests.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and team‑oriented culture that values sportsmanship, academic achievement, and athletic performance.
• Work collaboratively with athletic administrators and campus partners to manage budgets, scheduling, and compliance with all institutional, GNAC, and NCAA policies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with alumni, donors, and the broader community to generate support for the program.
• Support game management responsibilities during the off‑season.
• Actively participate in department, College, and conference meetings and events.
• Other duties as assigned and/or required.

Managerial and Supervisory Responsibilities

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Collegiate head coaching and/or high‑level assistant coaching experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of three years of coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Proven ability to recruit and retain high‑performing student‑athletes.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a positive team culture and support student‑athlete development.
• Commitment to NCAA Division III philosophy and the mission of Dean College.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Travel is required for recruiting and competition.

Additional Information:

Dean College is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
This commitment applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, professional development, continuation of employment, and other terms and conditions of employment. The College prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in violation of applicable law or College policy.
Dean College is committed to maintaining a welcoming and respectful workplace and to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees.