Head Coach - Women Lacrosse

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other. This position oversees the leadership, organization, and management of the Women’s Lacrosse program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides leadership and supervision in all aspects of the women’s lacrosse program including, recruitment, retention, academic support, practice preparation, game strategy, alumni development, fundraising and community service
• Recruitment of student athletes who meet the University’s admission requirements. Meets annual recruitment goals as developed annually by the Director of Athletics
• Coordinate and outline a complete recruiting agenda to identify quality student athletes. This should include names of players, high school visits, coaching contacts, personal contacts, attendance at showcases and tournaments, telephone and email contacts and campus visits
• Attend Admission open houses
• Ensures compliance with all University, Skyline Conference and NCAA rules and regulations related to recruiting and academic monitoring for student-athletes
• Collaborates with the Sports Information Director for the positive promotion of the softball program. Areas included should be individual and team statistics, media guides, reports to NCAA, Skyline Conference, individual accolades on and off the field and website updates
• Ensures department and University regulations are understood by and complied with by student athletes and coaching staff
• Work closely with the Athletics Department in any fundraising activities that will directly impact the softball program or the department in general
• Represent the University at athletics meetings pertaining to Women’s Lacrosse; including Skyline Conference meetings and national conventions
• Develop an annual operating budget and oversee the purchasing, distribution and collection of all equipment
• Display a commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and ethical conduct as per the NCAA Constitution
• Works closely with Director of Athletics on long and short-term planning for the Women’s Lacrosse program
• Supervises and trains all Assistant Coach

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization
• Knowledge of NCAA, conference and College rules and regulation
• Previous successful coaching and playing experience on the College or High School level
• Ability to work effectively with all College personnel, students, and the community
• Evening and weekend hours essential
• Must have a valid driver's license

Benefits

Allotted salary - $20,000