Job Description

Job Location: Wheeling University - Wheeling, WV 26003
Position Type: Full Time EmploymentEducation
Level: 4 Year Degree
Job Category: EducationAt Wheeling University, you’ll find more than just a workplace — you’ll join a mission-driven community that lives by values of leadership, service, faith, integrity, and excellence. As an employee, you’ll be part of a university that is committed to integrating learning, research, and outreach within its Catholic tradition, seeking to develop not only competent professionals, and also socially responsible citizens. Wheeling promotes close student-faculty connections and encourages all members to grow both intellectually and ethically, to serve with compassion among diverse communities, and to lead by example. In such an environment, your work will matter — your contributions help sustain a culture where academic rigor, moral purpose, and service to others are more deals --they are daily actions and practices.
Wheeling University is welcoming applicants for the Head Coach position for the Women’s Lacrosse team. The Head Coach is responsible for the administration, development, and leadership of a competitive NCAA Division II women's lacrosse program. This position oversees all aspects of the program, including coaching, student-athlete development, recruiting, graduate assistant supervision, academic success initiatives, program administration, and compliance with NCAA, conference, and University regulations.
Responsibilities
- Direct and manage all aspects of the women's lacrosse program, including strategic planning, team culture, and competitive success.
- Represent the University and athletic department in a professional manner consistent with institutional values.
- Plan and conduct practices, training sessions, and competitions.
- Develop student-athletes athletically, academically, and personally while promoting sportsmanship and leadership.
- Monitor academic progress and support student-athlete success and NCAA eligibility.
- Lead recruiting efforts to attract and retain qualified student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, conference, and University regulations.
- Evaluate prospective student-athletes for athletic and academic fit.
- Supervise and develop Graduate Assistants and other assigned personnel.
- Provide training, direction, and performance feedback.
- Manage program operations, including budgeting, scheduling, travel, equipment, and game preparation.
- Ensure compliance with all NCAA, conference, and University policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with athletic department staff to support program promotion, student-athlete welfare, and operational success.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree is required
- Three years’ experience as a collegiate assistant coach is required. Experience as a head coach and player is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit and develop student-athletes.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to the academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
- Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all relevant rules and regulations.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be legally authorized to work in the United States. The University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
EEO Statement:
Wheeling University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all faculty, staff, and students. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value the unique contributions that individuals bring to our campus and believe that diversity of perspectives enriches our academic and work environment.