Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach Women's Lacrosse will develop, organize and administer all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III Women's Lacrosse program. This is a ten (10) month, part-time position.   

Responsibilities include:  

• recruiting qualified student-athletes for a competitive team within the Skyline Conference,  
• coaching,  
• conducting and supervising all practice sessions and home/away contests,   
• assigning responsibilities to and supervising the Assistant Coach Women's Lacrosse and volunteer assistant coaches, 
• developing a comprehensive contest schedule,
• coordinating all team travel, 
• mentoring and monitoring athletic, academic and personal progress of student-athletes
• coordinating fundraising and community service events for the Women's Lacrosse program, and
• performing related duties as required.

The Head Coach is responsible for compliance with Title IX, NCAA, Skyline Conference and SUNY Old Westbury rules and regulations.  The Head Coach along with his/her assistant will be the drivers of the passenger vans for all away team travel.  Participation required as necessary in SUNY Old Westbury and Athletic Department sponsored events such as Open House Admissions events and the annual Athletic awards dinner.  The successful candidate must have experience with multicultural student body populations. 

SUNY Old Westbury serves large populations of underrepresented, first-generation, and non-traditional students.  Candidates with experience working with a similar student body, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting these populations, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree.
• Two (2) years' experience coaching lacrosse at the collegiate level with demonstrated success. 
• Knowledge and understanding of Title IX gender equity and regulations. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven recruiting skills.
• Must have a commitment to student-athlete academic success and well-being. 
• Must have and maintain the appropriate valid NYS driver's license and have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. 
• Experience with multicultural student body populations.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• First Aid and CPR certifications.  

Additional Information:

Comprehensive benefits: https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/benefits/benefit-summaries/UUP-PT-Benefits-at-a-Glance-Jan-2025.pdf

Position Type:  Professional 

Official Budget Title:  Lecturer, 10 months 

Campus Title:  Head Coach Women's Lacrosse 

Department:  Athletics 

FTE:  Part-time 

Negotiating Unit:  UUP 

Salary Grade:  NSA0 

FLSA Status:  Exempt 

The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

The State University of New York at Old Westbury is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in the selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action located in the Campus Center, Room I-211 or by calling (516) 876-3179.

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Requirements

• Start Date: 8/14/2025 - Approximate
• Education: Bachelor's Degree Required
• Work Experience: 2 - 4 years
• Part/Full Time: Part-Time

Contact / Additional Information

Application Instructions:

Please submit the following online at https://oldwestbury.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=189632:

1. cover letter,
2. resume,
3. contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references, and
4. a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).

Only applications submitted online will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:  July 11, 2025

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.

Employment in this position will be contingent on the College's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and SUNY Old Westbury polices, including the completion of pre-employment screening.