"Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach"

Job Details

Job no: 503510

Work type: Exempt Staff Full-time

Location: Bethlehem

Categories: Athletics

Lehigh University, a prestigious private research institution nestled in Pennsylvania's beautiful Lehigh Valley, seeks a dynamic Assistant Coach for our Women's Lacrosse program. As part of our commitment to excellence in Division I athletics, you'll join a supportive community dedicated to developing student-athletes both on and off the field.

Position Number: S99940

This position is a Grade: 7 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $39,080 - $46,910 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide sport-specific coaching and training to enhance team performance
• Lead strategic recruitment efforts to attract top-tier student-athletes
• Support student-athlete academic development and success initiatives
• Manage program administration, including scheduling and compliance
• Drive program advancement and community engagement activities
• Ensure adherence to University, Patriot League, and NCAA policies
• Collaborate with head coach on game strategy and team development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Master's Degree preferred
• Experience as a student-athlete
• NCAA Certification required
• CPR/First Aid required
• One to three years of related work experience
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Commitment to student-athlete academic success
• Ability to recruit within institutional and conference standards

At Lehigh, we value work-life balance and invest in our employees' growth. You'll enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans, plus educational assistance. Our collaborative campus culture spans 2,350 scenic acres between New York City and Philadelphia, offering suburban tranquility with urban accessibility. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community

Variable Shifts/Schedule

Ability to work evenings and weekends

This position works with minors

This position is responsible for driving University-owned vehicles as a routine function, therefore a valid Driver’s License and a good driving record is required

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

Advertised: September 16, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Open until filled