Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach

Full-time

Southern Virginia University is seeking a passionate and experienced Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach to lead and develop its lacrosse program. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program, including roster management, recruiting and retention efforts, tactical coaching, player development, and fostering a culture of excellence on the field and in the classroom. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to build a competitive and mission-aligned program.

Responsibilities
  • Strategic Vision: Develop and implement a strategic vision for the lacrosse program in alignment with the university’s mission and values.
  • Student-Athlete Development: Actively recruit, mentor, and develop student-athletes who excel spiritually, academically, and athletically.
  • On-Field Coaching: Organize and oversee team practices, individual skill instruction, and game-day coaching, including offensive/defensive schemes, goalie development, and scouting.
  • Team Culture: Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, integrity, and personal growth.
  • Logistics & Scheduling: Schedule and manage the season’s competition schedule, including travel logistics for away games and tournaments.
  • Staffing: Manage coaching staff with resposibilities during practices, competitions, recruiting and other duties.
  • Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with all university, conference, and NCAA/national governing body policies and regulations.
  • Operations & Budget: Oversee and manage the program’s budget and equipment
  • Community Engagement: Cultivate relationships with alumni, donors, and the local community to enhance program support and fan engagement.
  • Academic Oversight: Assist student-athletes in their personal and academic development, ensuring they remain on track for graduation.
  • Health & Conditioning: Coordinate with athletic trainers and strength and conditioning coaches to support player health, injury prevention, and physical conditioning.
  • Other Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Proven coaching experience in lacrosse, preferably at the collegiate level.
  • Strong knowledge of lacrosse fundamentals, offensive/defensive strategies, and modern game analytics.
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, and develop high-caliber student-athletes.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of Southern Virginia University.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
  • Must be able to carry, pull, push, and lift equipment necessary for training and competition (e.g., goals, crease markers, ball buckets, field equipment).
  • Must be able to stand for long periods and actively participate in practices and games in various weather conditions.

Applications

To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to hr@svu.edu. Southern Virginia University is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

About Southern Virginia University

Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a university, we gather faithful Latter-day Saints and those who share our values, lift intellectually, socially, and spiritually, and launch into successful lives and careers. Applicants are invited to learn more about the university at svu.edu/mission.