Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Join Our Coaching Team at UMA! Head Womens Lacrosse Coach Available

The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking a Head Coach to lead its Womens Lacrosse program. This position provides an opportunity to create a positive supportive experience for student athletes while promoting their athletic academic and personal development.

The temporary 10-month appointment runs from July 1 through April 30. The salary is $3500 for the full appointment. This position requires a flexible schedule including practices games travel evenings and weekends.

The Head Womens Lacrosse Coach is responsible for overseeing the womens lacrosse program including coaching recruitment team administration student athlete development travel and compliance with University and departmental requirements.

The Head Coach will:

• Plan organize and supervise team practices and games.
• Coach and instruct student athletes in lacrosse skills strategies teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Recruit prospective student athletes for the program.
• Promote a positive team environment that supports student athlete growth and development.
• Monitor student athletes academic progress and support their success through weekly in-season study halls and referral to appropriate student resources.
• Submit team rosters and other required information to the Athletic Director for eligibility review.
• Assist with collecting required student athlete documentation.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director regarding schedules travel contests awards recruitment fundraising and budget matters.
• Transport student athletes to and from games as needed.
• Report scores statistics injuries and other required information accurately and promptly.
• Coordinate publicity efforts with the Athletics office.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety protocols and University and departmental policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience coaching womens lacrosse.
• Ability to recruit organize instruct and supervise student athletes.
• Ability to create a positive and educational athletic experience.
• Valid drivers license in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience coaching at the collegiate level.
• Experience supporting the personal growth and development of student athletes.
• Experience promoting and supporting student athlete academic success.

Why UMA

At UMA were dedicated to transforming the lives of students across Maine and beyond through high-quality distance and onsite education excellence in student support. UMA is the third-largest public university in addition to its main campus in the states capital UMA also serves students in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. We provide opportunities at multiple locations and online making us a top choice for students of all ages.

Application Process

To be considered for this position you will need to Apply and upload the following documentation:

• A cover letter fully describing your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications.
• A resume

Candidates select to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of references.

• Review of applications will begin immediately. This position will stay open until filled. Materials received after September 27 2026 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
• Incomplete application materials will not be considered.
• The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate background screening.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa Sponsorship

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