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Responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division III Women’s Lacrosse program in support of the mission and core values of Union College. The position will also serve as Assistant Ticketing Manager and Assistant Business Operations.

Position Title: Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach/Assistant Ticket Manager and Assistant Business Operations

Pay status and classification: Exempt, regular full-time. This is a 12-month position.

Supervisor: Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Position Purpose: Responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division III Women's Lacrosse program in support of the mission and core values of Union College. The position will also serve as Assistant Ticketing Manager and Assistant Business Operations.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

+ Coaching: Demonstrates effective teaching methods and possesses excellent leadership. Designs coaching strategies for the Defense as a whole. Collaborates with the athletics trainer to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants.

+ Recruitment: Assists in recruiting and retaining top prospective student athletes who are fully engaged in the mission of Union College. Collaborates with the head coach and admissions department to arrange on-campus visits for all prospective student-athletes and their families. Ensures compliance with all recruitment policies and procedures.

+ Administration : Assists in aspects designated by the head coach of the lacrosse program, adhering to NCAA, league, and department compliance. Helps in the organization of recruiting, budgeting, and scheduling. Helps with invoices, spring break planning, and gear orders.

+ Student-Athlete Development: Assists in ensuring the academic success of student-athletes by collaborating with college stakeholders. Mentors student-athletes.

+ Ticket Manager and Assistant Business Operations: Assists in all aspects of ticketing and business operations as assigned by Assistant Directors of Athletics for Compliance & Ticketing and Business Operations.

+ Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree required, as well as demonstrated successful coaching experience.

+ Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

+ Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.), and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.

+ Must possess or obtain a valid New York State driver’s license.

+ Must have a thorough understanding and working knowledge of Liberty League and NCAA rules, policies and procedures.

+ A coaching philosophy compatible with a multi-classified liberal arts college with highly selective academic standards.

+ Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including attention to detail.

+ Effective computer skills for recruiting and game analysis software.

+ Able to work in a fast-paced environment and be self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Able to exercise exceptional judgment, ensure strict confidentiality, and demonstrate outstanding professionalism in a range of situations.

+ Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Collegiate Coaching Experience

+ Playing/Coaching experience as a defender or midfielder

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $41,000-$43,500 annually. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

+ Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

+ Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays

+ Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

+ Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs

+ Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development

+ Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

+ Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

+ Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy (http://www.union.edu/human-resources/background-check-policy?\_ga=2.164769983.1635496244.1717465945-1000516401.1717465945) , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar) (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng\_Es.pdf) .

Union College

Officially chartered in 1795, Union College is the fifth-oldest liberal arts college in the country. Located in the Capital District of New York State, Union is a highly selective residential and undergraduate college, home to 2,200 students and 220 faculty, and offering 44 majors. Union was the first liberal arts college to rethink the traditional liberal arts education and adopt an engineering curriculum. That pioneering approach continues today with an education that encourages students to work beyond the limits of disciplinary boundaries, allowing them to think globally and lead innovatively in a world where problem-solving requires breadth across humanities, arts, social sciences, science, and engineering.

Accommodations

If you require an accommodation throughout the interview process, please don't hesitate to contact our Human Resources department at [email protected] or 518-388-6108. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have equal access to opportunities and can participate in a fair and inclusive hiring process.

Diversity at Union College

Union College is an equal-opportunity employer and is strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social, and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social, and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities who request such accommodations.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Union College will not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of faculty and employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws and supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Union College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action.