Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse

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Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach teaching and recruiting student-athletes for the University of Pennsylvania. Supporting practices, competitions, compliance, travel, fueling, and daily program operations.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $49,858 - $72,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coaching and teaching sport-specific skills while effectively managing team operations and compliance with NCAA regulations. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for supporting student-athletes and coordinating program activities.

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Coaching ExperienceNCAA Compliance KnowledgeOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRecruiting Experience

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Hard Skills

Practice PlanningCompetition StrategyBudget ManagementDatabase ManagementTraining Techniques

Soft Skills

LeadershipRelationship BuildingAdvising

Tools & Technologies

Social Media AwarenessComputer Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

College AthleticsStudent-Athlete SupportProgram OperationsTravel LogisticsAdministrative Tasks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coach and teach sport-specific skills and strategies to current student-athletes at practice and competition
Prepare and execute practice and competition plans
Educate team members on proper training techniques, exercise, and sport-specific needs
Provide instruction and advice before, during, and after competition
Assist with program budgeting, especially travel logistics and planning
Oversee and manage the team fueling station
Contribute to day-to-day program operations
Work with compliance, student development, external operations, facilities, equipment operations, internal operations, and athletic development staff
Comply with NCAA, Ivy League, university, and divisional rules and policies
Organize team and coach travel, compliance paperwork, and administrative tasks
Participate in recruiting and retention, including evaluation, relationship building, and communication
Plan and execute official and unofficial visits
Maintain and manage the recruiting database
Serve as a role model and advisor for student-athletes
Connect student-athletes with necessary resources
Provide support to all student-athletes on the team
Assist the head coach with relationships involving alumni, fans, campus partners, and the broader community
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and 1–2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
1–2 years of related experience in administration, education, leadership, and/or coaching
Previous college athletics experience as a player, coach, and/or administrator preferred
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills and technology awareness
Knowledge of social media
Career interest in coaching or athletic administration preferred
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Ability to travel
Valid driver’s license
Cover Letter and Resume/CV required for consideration
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families
Generous retirement benefits
Professional development opportunities
Supportive work and family benefits
Health and wellness programs and resources
Medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance at other institutions for dependent children
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
Substantial time away from work
Long-term care insurance
Wellness and work-life resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University resources, cultural activities, recreational activities, libraries, and athletic facilities
Free and discounted admission and memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
Discounts on goods and services, including cars, cellular phone plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
Flexible work options and flexible work hours
Forgivable home ownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, up to two adoptions in the household