Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Department: Lacrosse-Women’s
Status: Exempt, Full Time
Closes: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

Report To: Athletic Director
Classification: Administrator

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Department: Lacrosse-Women’s
Status: Exempt, Full Time
Closes: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

Report To: Athletic Director
Classification: Administrator

Mercyhurst University, an NCAA Division I member of the NEC invites applications for the position of
Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach to develop, promote, and participate in all facets of the Women’s
Lacrosse program.

Mercyhurst University places a special emphasis on the teaching component of coaching positions.
Participation in sport at Mercyhurst builds on the important lesson’s students learn in the classroom.
Mercyhurst views athletics as an extension and important part of the education and teaching mission of
the University. Student-athletes are learning teamwork, ethics, discipline, and skill sets that will enhance
their ability to succeed after leaving the University. The “teaching” of one’s sport and the related lessons
that accompany participation in athletics are the primary and central functions of each coaching position
at Mercyhurst University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of Lacrosse has been acquired by significant experience coaching or competing

in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience.

• Ensure that all relevant Mercyhurst University, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations are

followed. Including, but not limited to, student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling,
and academic progress. Ensure compliance with Mercyhurst University and NCAA rules by student
athletes and sport related staff.

• Promote academic excellence, integrity, and graduation. Monitor academic progress, academic

meetings, class scheduling and attendance.

• Teach fundamental skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and game

plans for both championship and non-championship seasons.

• Prepare, manage, and maximize program operating budget with established fundraising goals.
• Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student athletes.
• Direct and manage the Women’s Lacrosse program recruiting efforts of prospective student athletes
to include the following: maintain a database, observe practices and games, host on campus visits,
initiate and respond to phone calls and emails to meet minimum roster requirements.

• Coordinate team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals.
• Plan, promote, and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons.
• Establish a positive relationship with the media.
• Establish, maintain and be responsive to community and programmatic contacts.
• Develop meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student athletes.

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

• Participate in fundraising, community service and engagement programs, assigned and/or

coordinated by the Department of Athletics.

• Lead efforts to enhance the overall student athlete experience.
• Seek out and take advantage of opportunities to serve on sport related committees.
• Supervise assistant coach(es).
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three years of relevant sport coaching.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred requirements:

• Master’s degree.
• Experience at the collegiate level or higher.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
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Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.

Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to
completion.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Must have current licensure for transportation of the team in vans or bus.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Must have current training in first aid and CPR.
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Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position involves both sedentary work inside and active work on the mats in coaching and training
situations with student athletes.

APPLICATION PROCESS

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until date
indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:

Human Resources Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of achieving equal opportunity for
all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state and local law in admissions, employment and all
services and programs provided.

Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, citizenship
status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any other legally protected
characteristic or because of any individual’s legally protected activities.

Mercyhurst complies with federal, state and local legislation and regulations regarding
nondiscrimination. This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for employment,
students and applicants for educational programs and activities.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.

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