Assist with all aspects of the Women’s Lacrosse program including recruitment, scheduling, and coaching. Organize team travel and monitor student-athletes’ academic progress.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor’s degree is required, and preference will be given to applicants with college coaching experience or experience as a college lacrosse student-athlete. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the college’s auto insurance carrier.
Virginia Wesleyan University, a NCAA Division III institution and a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, is accepting applications for a Women’s Lacrosse Graduate Assistant.
Virginia Wesleyan is located in Virginia Beach, VA, and sponsors 24 varsity sports teams, supporting almost 500 student-athletes.
The qualified applicant will report to the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach.
The individual will assist with all aspects of the Women’s Lacrosse program including recruitment of quality student-athletes, scheduling, managing and coaching games, planning as well as conducting practices.
This individual will also be organizing team travel, monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress, equipment maintenance, fundraising and other administrative duties assigned by the Head Coach.
Additionally, a thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA, Old Dominion Athletic Conference and institutional rules and regulations is necessary.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
This is a graduate assistant position.
A Bachelor’s degree is required.
Tuition remission for graduate programs is included as well as a stipend.
Preference will be given to applicants with college coaching experience and/or experience as a college lacrosse student-athlete.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the college’s auto insurance carrier.
To Apply: Please apply by submitting a resume and cover letter on our employment site at Employment Opportunities | Virginia Wesleyan University.
About Batten University Batten University (batten.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences.
Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, Batten University annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs.
Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation.
Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life.
Batten University is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.
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Location Batten University has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia.
Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus.
The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources.
Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia’s largest metropolitan areas, Batten University is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible.
Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history.
Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore.
Statement of Non-Discrimination Batten University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.
Market context
Virginia women’s lacrosse assistant roles are selective
In Virginia, women’s lacrosse graduate assistant roles tend to be competitive because programs often look for candidates with college coaching experience or a college lacrosse playing background, along with a bachelor’s degree and a valid driver’s license. These positions can appeal to applicants seeking tuition remission and a stipend, and the requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm you can be insured by the college’s auto carrier and tailor your experience to coaching, recruiting, and athlete support.
