Head Coach - Men's Lacrosse | University of Massachusetts Lowell

Lowell, Massachusetts, The Head Coach of Men’s Lacrosse organizes, conducts and supervises all aspects of a Division I Men’s Lacrosse team within the parameters designated by the university, the America East Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Essential Job Duties: 1. Oversee all aspects of the student athlete development and performance of the men’s intercollegiate lacrosse program to include: • Organizing, recruitment/evaluation of student-athletes • Conducting and supervising practices and player conditioning • Scouting of future opponents • Preparing for and implementing game strategies • Providing appropriate leadership, direction and supervision relevant to the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes within men’s lacrosse program • Creating a positive and productive environment for the student-athletes 2. Oversee administrative functions within the men’s intercollegiate lacrosse program: • Participating in conference and NCAA meetings • Adhering to all conference and NCAA rules/requirements relevant to the conduct of the intercollegiate lacrosse program • Preparing information relevant to budgeting, equipment needs, and program concerns 3. Provide supervision and direction to the staff of the men’s intercollegiate lacrosse program by: • Assigning responsibilities to assistant coaches • Supervising all aspects of work performance of assistant coaches 4. Participate in promotional and public relations to advance athletic programs by: • Providing assistance with departmental fund-raising. • Representing the Department of Athletics at designated University, departmental and community functions. • Serving in public relations capacities as needed. • Encouraging staff and student-athletes to participate in community outreach activities. Promote the University’s commitment to customer service by: • Build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed. • Ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners in response to all requests for service and information. • Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles. Other Job Duties: 1. Performs other related duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Willingness to work evenings and weekends as necessary. Occasional overnight travel. Minimum Qualifications (Required): Education: Bachelor’s degree Experience: 5 to 7 years successful experience in lacrosse coaching, recruiting and administration in a college or university setting Proven ability to provide mentoring and leadership to student-athletes and a commitment to student-athlete welfare Commitment to ensure compliance with all NCAA and University rules and regulations Additional Considerations: Master’s degree preferred Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills Special Instructions to Applicants:  This is a Non-Unit, Professional position in Head Coach range H4A. Anticipated salary based on range. Formal range: Minimum: $92,000 25th quartile: $103,500 Midpoint: $115,000 75th quartile: $126,500 and Maximum: $138,000 Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.   A job offer for this position is contingent upon a satisfactory response to a background and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and review. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.