Head Coach, Women's Lacrosse

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Summary

Operating Title

Head Coach, Women's Lacrosse

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Position Details

Summary

Operating Title

Head Coach, Women's Lacrosse

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Long Classification Title

Athletic Coach II

Campus Location

Durham

Department

UNH Athletics Women's Lacrosse

Summary of Position

Administer a Division I program in the sport of women’s lacrosse consistent with the policies of the University of New Hampshire, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the America East Conference, and other appropriate organizations or governing bodies. The Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach will be responsible for facilitating the academic, athletic, and overall growth of every Women’s Lacrosse student-athlete, consistent with the Department of Athletics goal of providing an outstanding student-athlete experience. Additionally, this individual, will work closely with the Women’s Lacrosse Sport Administrator and Director of Athletics to continually assess and elevate the program’s status in the areas of academics, recruiting, staffing, budget tracking and reporting, equipment ordering, marketing/public relations, sports medicine, strength and conditioning,

NCAA

and conference rules compliance, alumni engagement, fundraising, and facility management.

Acceptable minimum level of education

Bachelor's

Acceptable minimum years of experience

5-7 years

Additional Job Information

Posting Number

PS4660FY24

Other minimum qualifications

Bachelor’s degree. Five years coaching experience. Knowledge of

NCAA

rules and policies.

Experience developing lacrosse players, recruiting strong classes of student-athletes, program management, and coaching successful teams

Ability to attract and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive environment

Strong interpersonal skills dealing with prospective student-athletes, current student-athletes, staff, University personnel, parents, alumni and supporters

Strong organizational skills to lead a Division I athletic team

Ability to integrate with local youth lacrosse community to build strong engagement with and support for lacrosse in general and

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Lacrosse specifically.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree

Network of contacts in primary recruiting areas

Division I Head Coaching Experience

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/61362

Percent Time Information (FTE)

1.00

Grade

21

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Institution Information

Posting Details

| Posting Date | 05/31/2024 | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Closing Date | | | Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? | No | | Interested Internal Candidates Exist? | No | | Job Category | Salaried Staff (Exempt) | | Appointment Type | Regular | | If TERM position provide projected end date | | | Equipment/Instruments | | | Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply. | None applicable |

Duties / Responsibilities

Job Duties

| Duty/Responsibility |
- Plan, organize and direct all activities involved or associated with a Division I women’s lacrosse program to include budget management and fundraising. - Work with administration to build challenging non-conference schedule. - Plan and administer all practice and game related activities. - Hire and supervise full-time assistant coaches and support staff with responsibility for their performance, professional growth, and compliance with University, NCAA ,and conference policies and rules. |

| Duty/Responsibility |
- Recruit prospective student-athletes of character who can develop and thrive academically and athletically at the University of New Hampshire. - Develop and monitor the academic progress of students through GPAs, graduation rates and APR scores. - Work with strength and conditioning staff to develop a program suitable for Women’s Lacrosse student-athletes. - Work alongside Athletic Trainers and other trained/licensed professionals to ensure the physical health, safety, and mental well-being of student-athletes. - Process financial aid recommendations as appropriate for the women’s lacrosse program. - Monitor the admission process for incoming student-athletes with the Office of Admissions. - Purchase and coordinate equipment along with assigned Equipment Manager |

| Duty/Responsibility |
- Develop, track, manage, and be fiscally responsible for the sport budget, including fundraising and gift funds. - Represent the women’s lacrosse program to outside constituencies (media, civic groups, alumni, donors, campus departments, student groups, etc.). - Assist in the identification of career outreach opportunities for student-athletes. - Engage the Wildcat Women’s Lacrosse alumni and supporters locally and across the country through a systematic communication process along with the help of the Sports Administrator and Athletics Development staff. - Participate in friend- and fundraising activities for lacrosse and as requested by the Director of Athletics and/or Athletics Development Staff.

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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Conduct the women’s Lacrosse program in accordance with all NCAA and conference rules, including attendance at compliance meetings, appropriate record keeping for recruiting and playing/practice seasons, monitoring eligibility of student-athletes in the program, and assisting in the education of student-athletes about NCAA and conference rules. - Participate in departmental activities, including service on committees and attendance at all scheduled required meetings. - Engage in the local youth lacrosse community through clinics and camps to increase awareness and support for the UNH women’s lacrosse program. - Perform other duties as assigned by Athletics Administration.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you meet the definition of an Internal Candidate? Internal Candidates include: (1) active status employees who have completed the introductory period and (2) adjunct staff members who have been employed within USNH for at least 12 months in total and who have worked at least 1,000 hours during the 12 month period preceding the application for the position. Student employment does not apply toward internal status eligibility.
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume/Vita 2. Cover Letter 3. (3) Professional References Contact Info Optional Documents

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