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Assistant Coach - Women's Lacrosse

Dartmouth College

remote work

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

May 26, 2026

Position Information

Posting date	05/26/2026
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	1129349
Position Title	Assistant Coach - Women's Lacrosse
Hiring Range Minimum	Please inquire.
Hiring Range Maximum	Please inquire.
Union Type	Not a Union Position
SEIU Level	Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status	Exempt
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Schedule
Location of Position	Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?	Onsite only
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	n/a
Is this a grant funded position?	No
Position Purpose	To participate as part of a decision making team (coaching staff) under the direction of the head coach in planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting the women's lacrosse program within NCAA, Ivy League and institutional standards. The Assistant Coach plays a critical role in achieving the overall goals of the lacrosse program by providing important recommendations and suggestions to the head coach (regarding game strategies, line-ups, priority listing of recruits, etc.) as well as offering initiative and independent judgment (e.g., in providing coaching instruction, evaluating and communicating with prospective recruits and their parents, and representing the ice hockey program to constituents).
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	6 years relevant lacrosse playing and/or coaching experience at the collegiate level or higher. Strong knowledge of lacrosse skills and strategies. Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community. Strong organizational skills. Ability to recruit effectively with no athletic grants and highly selective admissions standards. Significant recruiting experience. Must possess and maintain valid driver's license to accommodate recruiting and responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience as a Division I player or coach. Successful recruiting experience at the Division I level.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Alex McFadden
Department Contact Phone Number	Alex.McFadden@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Alex McFadden, Head Coach- Women's Lacrosse
Department Contact's Phone Number	Alex.McFadden@dartmouth.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85828

Key Accountabilities

Description

Coaching/Mentoring

Contributes suggestions and recommendations to planning and implementing the conditioning, training, and coaching programs for the lacrosse team.
Independently seeks and develops new training concepts and sport specific knowledge to enhance the overall knowledge the coaching staff.
Prepares scouting reports and game plans for opponents.
During competition, makes recommendations to the head coach regarding adjustments to game plans and line-ups.
Teaches lacrosse skills and strategies to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions. Evaluates performance of athletes and offers technical, strategical, and mental instruction and advice.
Demonstrates a sincere interest in the academic, personal, and physical welfare of each student-athlete; counsels team members and consults with the head coach and appropriate College staff as necessary for the resolution of issues.

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Recruiting

Serves as the program's Recruiting Coordinator and facilitates the development and implementation of an overall recruiting plan, including but not limited to, determining program needs by position and class, selecting recruiting events to attend, and setting admissions priorities.
The assistant coach assumes a significant amount of independent responsibility for:
- a) identifying qualified students and talented athletes
- b) communicating with prospects by phone, mail, e-mail
- c) traveling to evaluate prospects, meet parents and high school coaches
- d) organizing and participating in visits to campus by prospects
- e) maintaining appropriate recruiting records as required by the NCAA
- f) staying abreast of the College's programs and opportunities to effectively inform prospects.

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Administration

Actively seeks to ensure that athletes and athletics representatives are informed of and comply with NCAA and Ivy League rules. Knows and complies with the rules and regulations of the NCAA and Ivy League, and works to stay abreast of rule changes, applications and interpretations.
Provides input in planning and administering the budget for the lacrosse program which includes assessing needs for equipment, team travel, recruiting, etc.
Plans and reconciles recruiting and team travel expenses.
Identifies and negotiates with potential opponents in contributing to the development of a competitive schedule.
Works and directs the department's travel coordinator to set team travel plans.
Communicates with alumni, parents and other supporters regarding the lacrosse program.
Works with others in department to maintain and oversee playing and practice facilities.
Promotes Dartmouth and the lacrosse program through participation in camps, clinics, speeches and community involvement.
Develops and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of constituents, including students, parents, faculty, department and College staff, alumni, fans, community members, the media, etc.
Represents Dartmouth, the athletic department, and the lacrosse program in an exemplary fashion.

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--	Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
--	Performs other duties as assigned