"Head Women's Lacrosse Coach"

Job Details

Job no: 503528

Work type: Exempt Staff Full-time

Location: Bethlehem

Categories: Athletics

Join Lehigh University's prestigious Athletics Staff department and lead our dynamic Women's Lacrosse program to new heights! We seek an exceptional Head Coach who will embody Lehigh's commitment to academic excellence and athletic achievement.

Position Number: S88380

This position is a Grade: 11 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $82,670 - $100,570 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive leadership and strategic direction for all aspects of the women's lacrosse program
• Teach, mentor, and develop student-athletes to achieve excellence on the field and in academics
• Lead recruitment efforts to attract top-tier scholar-athletes who align with Lehigh's values
• Oversee program administration, budget management, and advancement initiatives
• Collaborate with coaching staff and provide instruction to enhance team performance
• Ensure compliance with University, Athletics Department, Patriot League, and NCAA policies
• Develop and implement training programs that optimize student-athlete potential
• Foster academic support systems that promote graduation and career success

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Master's Degree preferred
• Eight or more years of related work experience
• Experience as a student-athlete
• NCAA Certification required
• CPR/First Aid required
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proven track record in recruiting and student-athlete development
• Experience with program administration and budget management

Our competitive benefits package includes comprehensive healthcare, retirement planning, and professional development opportunities. Located in Pennsylvania's beautiful Lehigh Valley, you'll enjoy easy access to major metropolitan areas while working on our stunning campus.

Lehigh offers an unparalleled environment where innovation meets tradition. Our nationally ranked research university provides exceptional resources, state-of-the-art facilities, and a collaborative culture that empowers coaches to excel. 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 at inada@lehigh.edu.

This position is considered Essential Services Staff; Essential Services Staff are required to report to campus and remain during inclement weather and other emergency situations; they are defined as those needed to deliver student services and maintain campus facilities, campus safety and security.

Variable Shifts/Schedule.

This position works with minors.

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.

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: August 28, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time.

Applications close: Open until filled.