Head Coach - Men's Lacrosse (PT)

Department of Athletic Department of Athletics Head Coach, Men’s Lacrosse (Part-time) Cairn University’s Department of Athletics is seeking to fill the part-time position of Head Coach for Men’s Lacrosse. Cairn University is a NCAA Division III school and participates in the United East Conference. Head coaches for all intercollegiate teams have primary responsibilities for recruiting and retention of players to meet roster requirements, and the skill development and preparation of those team members for successful competition.

Head coaches organize practice schedules, provide oversight to assistant coaches, and coordinate a variety of schedules and services with others assisting in the team’s activities. Head coaches provide mentoring to their student athletes and perform a variety of duties to support the overall success of the Athletics programs and represent Cairn University well.

All employees at Cairn University sign the University ’s Foundational Statements annually as an affirmation of their commitment to support the University ’s mission, positions, and values. Employees are expected to carry out their roles and responsibilities in alignment with these statements in all professional interactions with students, colleagues, and the broader University community.

Work is performed on campus. Normal University business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; however, athletic staff must also support programs and activities that occur during evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight travel. Work schedules vary by season and position and may fluctuate based on the cyclical nature of athletic operations.

Travel is a regular component of the position and may include local, regional, or overnight travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruiting Represent the Athletics Department at Admissions Open Houses and/or involvement in other pertinent recruiting events such as prospective athlete scheduled visits and overnight stays. Communicate effectively with Admissions and Recruitment personnel in tracking student athletes throughout the enrollment process.

Scout and recruit prospective student athletes. Coaching Attend Athletic Department meeting and training sessions Adhere to regulations as set forth in the Athletic Department handbook, University policies, league, and Title IX requirements. Assist in the process of certifying and maintaining athlete eligibility Attend Athletic Conference coaching calls and complete nominations and voting in a timely manner.

Cooperate in the enforcement of facility rules, regulations, and clean-up. Demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of the sport. Focus on teaching individual skill development and technique throughout the season. Plan, organize and design effective practices to improve athletes’ individual skill and knowledge of the game.

Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of appropriate techniques, training, conditioning, and skill necessary to perform in the sport. Design and implement off-season training program. Focus on teaching and developing game strategy. Attend and direct the varsity team in all intercollegiate practices and contests. Provide positive feedback and constructive criticism to athletes to improve individual performance.

Mentoring Create a Christ-centered team community by focusing on athletes’ spiritual growth and maturity. Promote the ideals of Christian sportsmanship in all phases of conducting an intercollegiate athletic program reflective of a Biblical University. Establish appropriate and effective mentoring relationships with student athletes.

Fund-Raising Support Athletic Department fund-raising projects. Retention Maintain and support Student-Athletes in the program. Maintaining the Roster Attract and recruit Student-Athletes to maintain a full roster. Leadership Evaluate, select, and supervise assistant coach(es) who are part of the program. Assist the Director of Athletics in evaluating programs, personnel, and facilities.

Take necessary steps to guard against activities and behavior that could be viewed as hazing, unethical, or discriminatory. Demonstrate professionalism through good communication, organization, and personal conduct. Consult with the Director of Athletics with regard to student athlete disciplinary issues, and assist with implementation of sanctions commensurate with respective violations and in accordance with established guidelines and regulations.

Organization Coordinate practice and game schedules, travel plans, and uniform inventory. Examples include: Collection of receipts; vehicle return; orders for bag meals; equipment return. Manage and control financial responsibilities of your sport in accordance with institutional and departmental policies. Examples include: adhere to specific food budget; properly submit receipts; obtain approval for equipment purchase.

Cooperate with the Athletic Trainer in managing athlete’s health and preparation for practice and competition. Communicate effectively with the Sports Information Director about roster, schedule, statistics, special interest stories, award nominations, and website interests or concerns. Inventory athletic equipment and identify needs at the start and end of every season.

Other Participate in departmental meetings. Participate in University meetings as requested. Participate in additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support the overall operations and goals of the department. This may include contributing to cross-functional projects, assisting colleagues, or responding to evolving priorities, even when such tasks fall outside the specific scope of the role.

Perform other departmental duties as assigned. Skills and Abilities Excellent writing skills, experience in writing logical, detailed and analytical reports. Good oral and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with donors. Demonstrated abilities in planning, organizing and time management. Ability to work independently, handle multiple assignments, work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Demonstrated abilities in supervising, training and motivating student workers. Required Education and Experience Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent walking, running, standing, and movement on fields, courts, or training areas—often for extended periods during practices, games, and conditioning sessions. Ability to demonstrate athletic techniques, perform drills, and participate in moderate physical activity as needed for instruction or engagement.

Occasional lifting, carrying, and setup of athletic equipment, training gear, or team supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. Use of hands and fingers to operate sports-related equipment, computer systems, mobile devices, and standard office equipment. Visual and auditory ability to observe athletes’ performance, ensure safety, and communicate effectively in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Ability to travel with teams for competitions, training camps, or recruitment events, which may include overnight stays and long-distance driving. Stamina and flexibility to work long, irregular hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays during the competitive season. Exposure to a variety of weather conditions while coaching outdoor sports or supervising team activities.

Focused attention required to plan strategies, analyze performance, and make real-time decisions during practices and games. Ability to remain composed, encouraging, and authoritative in high-pressure situations, including competitions and emotionally intense interactions. Capacity to lead and motivate individuals and teams, address sensitive issues, and model sportsmanship and institutional values.

Adaptability to respond to changing schedules, athlete needs, regulatory requirements, and program goals. This position requires a valid driver's license, the ability to operate a motor vehicle, and adherence to university travel and safety protocols. Serving at Cairn University Located in Langhorne, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Cairn University exists to educate students to serve Christ in the church, society, and the world as biblically minded, well-educated and professionally competent men and women of character.

Students earn bachelor’s degrees in various areas including Bible, Education, Music, and Business Administration; and graduate degrees in Business, Divinity, Education, Organizational Leadership, Worship and Music, and Counseling. Cairn is a conservative evangelical institution within the protestant tradition that employs faculty and staff who profess Jesus Christ as personal Savior; agree to Cairn’s Statement of Faith and Community Life Covenant; and serve students in a ministerial capacity through imparting and upholding biblical instruction, prayer, and mentoring.

Members of the faculty are required to integrate biblical instruction in their respective professional subject areas. All members of the Cairn community are obligated to affirm, agree with, and align with the University Foundational Statements. During the application process, applicants will have the opportunity to review these statements and must agree to affirm and support the position of the University, if hired.

Applicants are also asked to provide a Personal Testimony of salvation as part of the application process. To apply, please follow the link below. You may upload and submit your resume/CV and cover letter and unofficial transcripts with the application. Ineligible for sponsorship of H1B visa. Cairn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or other protected characteristics, in administration of its educational, employment and admissions policies.