Assistant Coach, Volleyball

EXPIRED

The Assistant Coach provides leadership and direction to all facets of the program in advancing the mission of the University and Department of Athletics. Specific areas of responsibility include (but are not limited to) sport specific coaching, recruitment, student-athlete development (including academic support), program administration and program advancement yielding agreed upon results. All activities shall be conducted within the policies and resource framework of the University, the Athletics Department, The Patriot League and the NCAA. The Lehigh community takes seriously our commitment to antiracism and The Principles of our Equitable Community.

Position Number: S99460

This position is a Grade: 7- 40 with an approximate salary range of $37,930 - 45,540 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications

Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family friendly benefits package which includes but is not limited to Health Care, Retirement and Educational benefits. Information can be found on our website athttps://hr.lehigh.edu/benefits

The Assistant Coach provides leadership and direction to all facets of the program in advancing the mission of the University and Department of Athletics. Specific areas of responsibility include (but are not limited to) sport specific coaching, recruitment, student-athlete development (including academic support), program administration and program advancement yielding agreed upon results. All activities shall be conducted within the policies and resource framework of the University, the Athletics Department, The Patriot League and the NCAA. The Lehigh community takes seriously our commitment to antiracism and The Principles of our Equitable Community.

Position Number: S99460

This position is a Grade: 7- 40 with an approximate salary range of $37,930 - 45,540 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications

Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family friendly benefits package which includes but is not limited to Health Care, Retirement and Educational benefits. Information can be found on our website athttps://hr.lehigh.edu/benefits

1. Student-athlete development
   *Develop student-athletes with counseling, advising, educating and motivating
   *Develop student-athletes through inspiration, discipline and rewards
   *Monitor, evaluate and retain student-athletes
   *Assist in team building and character development with student-athletes

2. Coaching
   *Assist in planning (practices, training sessions, team and individual conditioning, line-ups and competitive strategies)
   *Assist in instruction and demonstration of techniques and skills
   *Assist in evaluating/assessing, effectiveness and results
   *Assist in adapting/refining strategies
   *Communicate with athletes and team on a regular basis

3. Recruiting
   *Assist in identifying, attracting and selecting prospects
   *Assist in evaluating prospects (athletically, commitment, character, etc.) through high school visits, at competitions and/or home visits
   *Promote Lehigh through communicating with prospects and families
   *Assist in coordinating recruitment strategies, calendar and procedures
   *Assist in yielding student prospects

4. Program administration
   *Assist in planning and evaluating program results, status and priorities
   *Assist in preparing and managing annual program budgets
   *Assist in supervising, managing and evaluating personnel
   *Assist in evaluating prospective members of the coaching staff
   *Assist in scheduling competitions and/or planning tournaments in coordination with appropriate administrator
   *Comply with NCAA, League and institutional rules
   *Utilize technology to achieve efficiencies and productivity

5. Advancement
   *Assist in promoting strong public and media relations
   *Assist in promoting strong alumni relations (newsletters, fundraising support and/or alumni games/gatherings)
   *Assist in promoting strong parent relations, community relations, and professional relations
   *Assist in fulfilling a commitment to service (departmental, institutional, and professional)

6. Results
   *Assist in achieving competitive success within the Conference
   *Assist in achieving academic success across the team
   *Assist in graduating student athletes at a rate equal to or above the University rate
   *Assist in realizing personal growth and development in every student-athlete
   *Assist in promoting recognition of student-athletes

Special Considerations

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist at inada@lehigh.edu

The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community

This position works with minors

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience as a student athlete; Master's Degree preferred

One to three years of related work experience

NCAA Certification required

CPR/First Aid required

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated skills and capabilities in analytical and critical thinking, complex problem solving and team leadership

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.