Head Athletic Coach-Women's Lacrosse

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number

F153P

Job Title

Head Athletic Coach-Women's Lacrosse

Job Description

Bargaining Unit

Coaches

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number

F153P

Job Title

Head Athletic Coach-Women's Lacrosse

Job Description

Bargaining Unit

Coaches

FLSA

Exempt

Salary Range

Position Classification

Head Coach

Department

Edinboro Edinboro Athletics

Type

Faculty

Benefits

Posting Text

| Job Summary / Basic Function |
• Ultimately responsible for the management/direction of all aspects of a competitive women’s lacrosse program within the framework of the Pennsylvania State Athletic conference (PSAC), NCAA, the CBA, and/or the rules and regulations of the University and any other athletic conference in which the University is a member.
• Plan/manage all competitions and practices of the program, including in-season and out-of-season player development.
• Recruit qualified student athletes.
• Promote the academic success of the student athletes.
• Advise student athletes of the University’s athletic policies and all other appropriate requirements of PSAC and NCAA and any other athletic conference in which the University is a member.
• Help implement the PennWest University Athletic Drug Education, Screening and Counseling Program for intercollegiate athletes including being a member of the drug screening team.
• Manage the budget for the program, including organizing and planning travel arrangements.
• Participate in fundraising events and the promotion of good public relations.
• Evaluate all assistant coaches.
• Responsible for the submission of both head coach and assistant coach’s monthly work schedules to the Athletic Director. | | Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities |
- Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules required; - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required.

| | Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary |
- Bachelor’s degree required - Previous coaching experience required

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Recruiting experience preferred - Knowledge of PSAC and NCAA lacrosse rules desirable

| | Physical Demands |
• Must have the ability to successfully demonstrate different aspects
of the assigned sports technique. | | Work Location | Edinboro | | Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often? | | | Work Hours | | | Posting Date | 06/04/2026 | | Closing Date | 06/19/2026 | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Diversity Statement |
PennWest University’s Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university’s mission. | | ADA Statement |
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. | | EEO Statement |
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201. |

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