Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach

• Closes 05-Oct-2024 (PST)
• Athletics
• Newberg, OR, USA
• 44100-62475 per year *Dependent on Experience, Education, and Training
• Salary
• Full Time
• Athletic Position
• Benefit Eligible, Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Tuition Assistance, Life, Disability and more!

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George Fox University's Athletic Department is seeking a highly-motivated and organized leader to join their team as the Head Women's Lacrosse Coach.

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Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach

• Closes 05-Oct-2024 (PST)
• Athletics
• Newberg, OR, USA
• 44100-62475 per year *Dependent on Experience, Education, and Training
• Salary
• Full Time
• Athletic Position
• Benefit Eligible, Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Tuition Assistance, Life, Disability and more!

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George Fox University's Athletic Department is seeking a highly-motivated and organized leader to join their team as the Head Women's Lacrosse Coach.

About the Job:

The mission of the Head Women's Lacrosse Coach is to lead, develop and coach the Lacrosse team in intercollegiate athletic contests and to administer a supporting program for Women's Lacrosse. The individual in this position must exemplify a commitment to learning, integrity, and service reflective of the principles of Jesus Christ. With student-athletes as the primary focus, availability to coach, educate, and mentor is essential while adhering to rules and regulations governing University, Northwest Conference and NCAA Division III.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Scheduling and conducting practice/training sessions and coaching student-athletes. (40%)
• Scheduling competitions, arranging for travel, hotel and meals. (20%)
• Actively recruiting athletically and academically qualified student-athletes. (20%)

• Handling all program administrative functions which could include but is not limited to: (5%)

  • NCAA eligibility, communication with sports marketing, public relations, and departmental meetings and paperwork. Maintaining NCAA Division III, Northwest Conference and George Fox regulations.
    

• Budgeting preparation and management; as well as fund-raising activities. (5%)

• Hiring and supervising assistant coaches. (5%)

• Host and operate at least one Bruin Sports Camp for women's lacrosse each summer. (5%)

• Articulating the mission of the George Fox University athletic program in ways that align with the "Be Known" vision of the University.

• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.

• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.

• Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.

• Other duties as assigned.

A day in the life of this position:

The Head Women's Lacrosse Coach position is a highly diverse role which varies day-to-day, in-season, and out-of-season. This individual must model a life of learning, integrity and service around the person and work of Jesus Christ. Student-athletes are our primary focus and therefore this position requires an immense amount of availability to help coach, educate and mentor. Our Head Women's Lacrosse Coach must excel in organizational and analytical skills to assist with program administrative functions and recruiting. This is a highly visible position within the community.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• A Bachelor's degree with a minimum four years coaching experience at the collegiate level or demonstrated successful head coaching experience on the high school level.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including on telephone, and to understand and follow instructions.
• Recruiting experience.
• A clean driving record along with the ability to provide proof of a valid driver's license and pass the University Driver Certification.
• The ability to work weekends, evenings and travel.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and actively participate in practices.
• Knowledge of NCAA Rules.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including on the telephone, and to understand and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of computer applications, organizational abilities, event planning and camps, fund raising, financial management and recruiting ability and demonstrated commitment or experience working with diverse populations.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours (1.0 FTE)

  • This position requires irregular office hours including after-hours and weekend work to attend competitions, practices, etc.

• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus

  • Local and national travel is required.

• Working Conditions: Physical requirements could include lifting more than 25 pounds and performing any activities such as balancing, bending/stooping, climbing stairs, crawling, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, repetitive motion or reaching above shoulder level.

• Supervisor: Director of Athletics

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George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
  

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
  

Application Procedures - _ kindly apply only through this website _

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked _ Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume _:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.ed u

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Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

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