Head Womens Lacrosse Coach

Central Michigan University

Saginaw, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Apple Macs, Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Budget Management, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Coaching, Community and Social Services, Consulting, Expense Reports, Football, Fundraising, Genetics, Gymnastics, Human Health, Lacrosse, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Medical Research, Medicine, NCAA Regulations, Performance Reviews, Persuasion Skills, Problem Solving Skills, R Programming Language, Regulations, Set Goals, Social Sciences, Sports, Sports Management, Sports Reporting, Time Management
LOCATION
Saginaw, MI
POSTED
14 days ago

Position Information

Position Information

Posting Number F-1047 Position Title Head Women's Lacrosse Coach College/Unit Athletics Home Department Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Employee Group Athletic Coach (Faculty) Employment Status Full-Time Position Type 12 month Position Classification Athletic Coach Position Begin Date Position End Date Position Summary

Central Michigan University, an FBS member of the Mid-American Conference, is seeking applications for a Head Women's Lacrosse Coach to organize, complete scheduling, recruit student-athletes and manage all aspects of the women's lacrosse program. Position is a full-time, 12-month appointment with full benefit package. Salary is commensurate with experience.

This position will oversee all aspects of a Division I program, including the management of two full-time assistant coaches. The Women's Lacrosse Head Coach is responsible for working within a prescribed budget, identifying and recruiting athletically and academically talented student-athletes, meeting fundraising expectations, community service engagement, and maintaining compliance with NCAA, MAC, and CMU rules & regulations.

  • Responsible for directing the planning, organizing scheduling and coaching of the lacrosse program.
  • Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes.
  • Collaborates with sport administrator and/or Director of Athletics to develop annual goals for program. Communicates program's needs and concerns responsibly and in timely manner.
  • Direct and coordinate the activities of the lacrosse staff to include the planning, organizing and coaching of the team; ensure compliance with University, Conference, and NCAA policies.
  • Counsel team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters; consult University administration and faculty for resolution of problems as required.
  • Responsible for administration of all phases of the program, including monitoring team budget, travel, completing expense reports, and conducting sports camps and/or clinics.
  • Direct various personnel functions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, transfers and vacation schedules of assistant coaches.
  • Study, evaluate and implement innovations in lacrosse strategy and equipment.
  • Participates in marketing and fundraising initiatives. Engages in special events to generate interest within the University community, alumni, and region.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by sport supervisor and/or Director of Athletics.

This search is being managed by College Sports Solutions. To apply, submit electronically a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and at least 3 references to:

Jeff Schemmel, President

College Sports Solutions

800 Battery Ave SE, Suite 100

Atlanta, GA 30339

jschemmel@collegesportssolutions.com

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Women's lacrosse coaching and recruiting experience.
  • Budget management experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Ability to motivate student-athletes to be successful academically and athletically.
  • Possess proven integrity.
  • Knowledge of and commitment to following MAC and NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree.
  • Collegiate coaching and recruiting experience.

Message to Applicants

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards.

This search is being managed by College Sports Solutions. To apply, submit electronically a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript and at least 3 references to:

Jeff Schemmel, President

College Sports Solutions

800 Battery Ave SE, Suite 100

Atlanta, GA 30339

jschemmel@collegesportssolutions.com

About the Department

Central Michigan University Athletics is an FBS member of the Mid-American Conference. For more information, visit our website at www.cmuchippewas.com.

Posting Begins 06/18/2026 Posting Ends Open Until Filled Yes Type of Recruitment External About CMU

Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master's, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.

CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.

Central is home to 17 men's and women's Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.

CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. It's part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the state's largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.

Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the city's central location in Michigan's Lower Peninsula.

CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.

EEO Statement

CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

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CMU does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, including admission and employment, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 not to discriminate in such a matter.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be made to CMU's Title IX Coordinator, the US Department of Education's Assistant Secretary, or both.

CMU's Title IX Coordinator can be reached at:

Phone: 989-774-3253

Office: 103 E. Preston St.

Bovee University Center, suite 306

Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Email: titleix@cmich.edu

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