Posting Details
Position Information
| Job Category |
Athletic Staff Coach/Trainer |
| Position Title |
Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Full Time |
| Division |
Athletics |
| Department |
Women's Lacrosse |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range |
$62,355 |
| Professional Experience/ Qualifications |
A minimum of 2 years of collegiate women's lacrosse coaching experience. (Graduate assistant coaching may be considered) |
| Preferred Qualifications |
Defensive coaching experience is preferred.
Experience playing and/or coaching at the
NCAA Division I level is desired.
Demonstrated experience recruiting to high academic institutions. |
| Education |
A Bachelor's degree is required.
A Master's degree is preferred. |
| Certifications |
A current valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required. |
| Offer Determination |
When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations. |
| Physical Requirements |
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| Other Information |
Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the
NCAA,
ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of
NCAA,
ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. Without limiting remedies otherwise available to the university, if you are found to be in violation of any
NCAA,
ECAC or Patriot League rules, you may be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in relevant
NCAA, league or conference disciplinary and/or enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repeated violations. |
| Benefits |
Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our
Benefits page. |
| Department Statement |
Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win - to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community.
This is a 12 month position with benefits. |
| Accountabilities |
Responsible for execution of specific strategic activities and outcomes within assigned sport or area. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas:
- adhere to Head Coach's philosophy
- athletic instruction/coaching.
- program operations and administration as designated by head coach
Responsible for oversight of all administrative operations regarding student-athlete development. These will include:
- monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and well-being
- ensure student-athlete participation in all assigned community service activities
Responsible for execution of all scouting, film preparation, and competition preparation. These will include:
- video breakdown
- use of appropriate video-editing software
- coordination and oversight over film exchange program per conference policies
- coordination of team film sessions
- development of scouting reports
Responsible for overall team recruitment strategy.
- exercises independent judgement regarding recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
- decision-making authority to determine which individuals to recruit
- decision-making authority in the allocation of scholarship allocations (as applicable)
- attracting and evaluating prospective student athletes
- monitoring prospective student-athlete academic progress and well being
- developing and maintaining relationships with prospective student athletes and other recruiting constituents
Accountable for maintaining personal compliance with all relevant governing bodies to include:
- NCAA
- specific conference
- athletic department
- university policies
- attendance at all required compliance educational meetings
- successful on-time completion of all recruiting logs
Accountable for maintaining professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. To include:
- responsible for all newsletters and communication with alumni
- responsible for team promotion and marketing to all constituents
- responsible for determining communication strategy within university and local community
Independent and unchallengeable decision-making regarding all student-athlete participation in assigned sport activities when head coach is not present. Accountable for student-athlete welfare while coaching.
Responsible for maintaining a budget. Exercises independent discretion on all purchases and budgetary decisions for program.
Responsible for hiring, oversight and management of student managers and part-time casual wage staff. Assistant Coach has independent discretion on all hiring and termination of student employees and part-time casual wage staff.
Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes.
Colgate Athletics Mission:
To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence
This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (
CSA), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department. |
Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number |
2025S048Posting |
| Temporary |
No |
| Work Schedule |
Weekdays, Evenings, Overnight, Occasional Weekends |
| Job Open Date |
05/20/2025 |
| Job Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
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| EEO Statement |
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. |
| Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at:
https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at
cusafety@colgate.edu. |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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