Details

Posted: 16-Sep-25

Location: South Hadley, Massachusetts

Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting at $76,806

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Lacrosse

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Salary Details:

additional salary available with head coaching experience

Preferred Education:

Masters

Internal Number: R-0000002692

Department Summary & Job Purpose

Head Lacrosse Coach and Lecturer in Physical Education is a full-time coaching and teaching position at the rank of lecturer. The successful candidate will coach, organize, and administer an intercollegiate varsity lacrosse program as well as teach in the physical education department.

Duties and responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to successfully recruit, yield, mentor, and retain a diverse group of academically and athletically talented student-athletes. Identify, develop, and supervise assistant coach(s). Organize, manage, and schedule practices, training programs, and contests. Develop budget requests and manage budget allocations for the lacrosse program. Manage team travel and meals in consultation with the coordinator of travel and meal logistics. Work with the senior associate athletics director for facilities to ensure maintenance of equipment and facilities. Promote a culture of compliance by working with the director of athletics to complete necessary NCAA paperwork, staying informed of sport and governance body rule changes to minimize violations, and in the case of violations or problems, reporting them without delay for immediate attention. Create a team environment which allows all players to grow and develop as students, athletes, leaders, and individuals. Foster relationships with team members so student-athletes feel supported in their academic endeavors and athletic goals. Create a dynamic practice environment to meet the individual needs of each student-athlete (technical, strength and conditioning, tactical knowledge) and coach student-athletes to their full potential. Promote a culture of health, well-being, and safety in all aspects of the varsity sport and physical education programs.

Qualifications BA/BS is required. MA/MS is preferred. Collegiate coaching and recruiting experience is required; the ability to foster positive relationships with student-athletes and promote a positive team culture at a competitive liberal arts college with highly selective academic standards. Member of the NEWMAC and NCAA Division III.

Background Checks/Compliance Requirements Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

License/Certifications

CPR/AED certification required Valid driver’s license required

Working Conditions

This position requires some night and weekend work.

Direct reports

Shared full-time assistant coach with Field Hockey.

Special Instructions for Applicants Apply online through the Mount Holyoke College online application portal. Application materials must include a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement Mount Holyoke College complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department at 413 538-2503.

Mount Holyoke College is committed to enriching the educational experience it offers through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff members. Mount Holyoke seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to the college's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society. In furtherance of institutional excellence, the College encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including faculty, staff, and administration of color, diverse gender identities, first generation college students and individuals who have followed non-traditional pathways to college, and individuals with a demonstrated leadership commitment to including diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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