Head Women's Lacrosse Coach - Athletics

EXPIRED

Position Summary:
This position serves as the leader of the NCAA intercollegiate women’s lacrosse program that recruits and retains quality student-athletes who achieve student-athlete success on and off from the field. GVSU offers a comprehensive benefit package including a robust retirement contribution among other excellent benefits.

Salary & Benefits:

EAP/Faculty: Minimum starting salary of $60,000, commensurate with experience

Position Summary:
This position serves as the leader of the NCAA intercollegiate women’s lacrosse program that recruits and retains quality student-athletes who achieve student-athlete success on and off from the field. GVSU offers a comprehensive benefit package including a robust retirement contribution among other excellent benefits.

Salary & Benefits:

EAP/Faculty: Minimum starting salary of $60,000, commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Primary Duties:

• Leadership and management of all aspects of a collegiate women’s lacrosse program including, but not limited to evaluation and recruitment of student-athletes, scheduling, practice preparation, game strategy, training and player development, scouting, team travel, academic monitoring, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches, community service, and other activities associated with running a successful program.

• Fiscal responsibility within confines of budget appropriation.

• Fundraising for the program through camps, clinics, and other initiatives.

• Conduct program with honesty and integrity per NCAA and GLIAC rules and regulations.

• Cultivate women’s lacrosse program alumni.

• Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 3+ years experience coaching collegiate women’s lacrosse.

• Strong track record of successful recruiting collegiate level or higher.

• Demonstrated commitment to the academic achievement of student-athletes, superior communication, relationship and culture building skills along with strong organizational structure.

• Experience in program planning, teaching and applicable computer and technology skills are expected.

• Understanding of and accountability to NCAA rules and regulations.

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Master’s degree.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment. Nights and weekends required. Team and recruiting travel is required.

How to Apply:

Attach your cover letter and resume. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact the Athletics department. If you need technical assistance, please call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Application Deadline:

Application review begins September 10. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.