Graduate Assistant Coach, Mens Lacrosse

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Westminster, MD Posted:

May 12, 2026

Closes:

May 29, 2026 - 11:59

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Part-time Non-Exempt Position ID:

200377

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McDaniel College is a four-year, independent college of the liberal arts and sciences offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. One of the original "Colleges That Change Lives," McDaniel emphasizes experiential learning and student-faculty collaboration to develop the unique potential in every student. Represented by the Green Terror, over 20 athletic teams compete in the NCAA Division III Centennial Conference. A student-centered community of 1,600 undergraduates and 1,400 graduate students offers access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C., plus a European campus in Budapest, Hungary. The compensation for this position includes full-time graduation tuition (up to six courses per fiscal year), the Bronze meal plan, and a cash stipend. The position is eligible for overtime for any hours worked over 40 per workweek. At McDaniel College we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403B retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid maternity and parental leave. For more information about the college's benefits, please click here to review the 2026 benefits guidebook and click here to view 2026 premium rates . Click here to see how McDaniel College employees impact the lives of students.

Job Description:

Reporting to a Head Coach, the graduate assistant coach (GA) is responsible for supporting the management of a varsity intercollegiate sport program at the college. Duties include providing support in the areas of coaching, recruiting, practice and game organization and team operations, retention, and administration. The GA will also serve as game management staff at off-season intercollegiate contests as assigned by the department. Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist head coach in organizing and conducting practices and contests. Assist in the hiring, supervision, and evaluation of student assistants. Assist in the recruitment of a diverse group of qualified student athletes for successful participation at the varsity athletic level. Advise and direct team members, captains, Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) team representatives and team managers as directed. Assist the head coach with team travel, housing, and meals with department secretary. Submit a travel itinerary before every away event. Demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship, and conduct becoming of the coaching profession. Adhere to all college, NCAA, Centennial Conference, ECAC and professional sport association rules and regulations. Communicate and cooperate with the other department staff regarding program operations. Serve as game administrator at intercollegiate contests as assigned by the department. Perform other duties as assigned by head coach and department.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree and experience with the sport coaching. Experience at the intercollegiate level is preferred. Officially accepted into a graduate program at McDaniel College. Ability to read and comprehend documents such as instructions, manuals, rulebooks, safety rules, policy standards, student timecards and memos. Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the operational needs. This may include evenings and weekends. Ability to speak effectively, present information one-to-one and in small group situations. Proficient with computer programs Must possess good external/internal communication skills and customer service.

Abilities/Physical Characteristics:

This position requires the ability to lift, pull, push, and move objects in weight up to 50lbs regularly. Some time is spent performing manual labor. Specifically, this position requires the following. Ability to work in noise, heat, cold, odors, dirt, outdoor temperatures, snow. Ability to repetitively push and pull objects weighing up to 80lbs without assistance while kneeling, squatting, reaching above the head, the waist, and below the knees. Must be able to bend at the knees. Ability to repetitively push and pull sports equipment without assistance. Ability to repetitively grasp and manipulate objects of varying size and weight requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Ability to exert oneself physically over sustained periods to complete job activities including walking outside to all athletics facilities and back (up to three miles/day). Ability to stand a minimum of 6 hours during the workday.

Additional Information:

McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran's status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics.

Application Instructions:

Completed applications must include a cover letter addressing position qualifications and related experience, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will be open until filled. Please click the Apply Now button below to begin your application. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by