Hartwick College·City of Oneonta, New York
The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in recruiting, retaining, and coaching student-athletes while managing administrative duties for the men's lacrosse program. They are responsible for instructing athletes on rules and techniques, developing game strategies, and fostering academic and personal growth.
Under the supervision of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach is working in the primary capacity of an educator and enhances the student experience and satisfaction as well as protects the College's image and reputation through building and maintaining a competitive men's lacrosse program. The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in recruiting, administrative duties, coaching, & retaining members of the men's lacrosse team.
Salary Range: $27,000
Hartwick operates as a community of learners where there is a very real sense of belonging and connection. By joining Hartwick, you become part of a group of people who work together, share in our successes, and celebrate our accomplishments. All positions at Hartwick contribute to the education and development of students with the opportunity to see the impact on future leaders—what you do at Hartwick really matters.
An independent, residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1,100 full-time undergraduates, The College features a general education curriculum designed to give every student a flexible, individualized learning experience that integrates coursework, co-curricular activities, and work experience to cultivate their distinctive strengths and prepare them for the future.
Our beautiful 425-acre campus is located in the scenic Susquehanna River valley in Oneonta, New York—a charming town near the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Hartwick offers health benefits to domestic partners of employees, flexible scheduling, opportunities to engage in athletic and cultural events (concerts, exhibits, and lectures) and tuition benefits for eligible employees and their dependents.
Hartwick College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation/preference and gender identity/expression and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to broadening “the understanding, awareness, and appreciation of diversity among all members of the Hartwick community.” Women, minorities, and other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Hartwick College is committed to providing a safe and secure educational and employment environment. Employment at Hartwick College is therefore contingent upon a successful background check on every new employee. Candidates to whom an offer of employment is made will be required to sign a Release of Information Form authorizing the College to conduct a thorough background check.
Hartwick College is committed to a diverse candidate pool, values an inclusive workforce and workplace environment, and wishes to minimize or eliminate the impact of implicit bias during the search and hiring process.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Candidates must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and possess knowledge of men's lacrosse and NCAA Division III regulations. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required, along with a valid driver's license and CPR/First Aid certification.
Market context
Assistant men’s lacrosse coach roles in New York are often tied to active college athletics programs, where demand follows team schedules, recruiting cycles, and compliance needs. Competition can be strong because employers look for candidates with NCAA Division III knowledge, a bachelor’s degree, coaching experience, and dependable communication and organization; health benefits may also factor into comparisons. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly check fit before applying, then confirm your CPR/First Aid status and driver’s license details.
