Head Volleyball Coach

To provide leadership for an intercollegiate volleyball program; to administer and promote the program within the University mission. Reports to Athletic Director or designee.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Provide leadership for a volleyball team; establish coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student athletes' skills and teamwork; analyze team performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Oversee recruitment of student athletes.

Develop policies and procedures for student athletes and coaches.

Administer program budget, analyze funding needs, and plan fund raising activities to subsidize athletic program.

Develop strategies to foster academic and athletic progress of student athletes; counsel and advise student athletes with personal and academic problems.

May perform marketing or public relations duties to promote the program.

Leadership of a small department, unit, or major function and/or direct supervision over administrative/professional employees.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field; four years progressively responsible experience in coaching volleyball.

License/Certification:

Knowledge Of:

National Collegiate Athletics Association and Mid-American Conference rules and regulations

Skill In:

Public relations
Training or instructing student athletes
Interpersonal communication

Ability To:

Manage a budget and raise funds
Analyze situations and develop solutions
Travel
Work non-traditional hours
Provide leadership and direction

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Typically requires balance, strength, flexibility, and endurance sufficient to demonstrate, teach, and develop skills of student athletes. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building and off campus frequently.

Working Schedule:

Non-traditional hours to include travel, nights and weekends.

Additional Information: