Assistant Coach - Volleyball

EXPIRED

Job Details

Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position will assist the head coach with all facets of the intercollegiate women's volleyball program as it trains and competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference of the NAIA. The assistant coach must be able to perform a wide variety of tasks in the office and gym and help foster an environment within the program conducive to learning, competing, and personal growth for the student-athletes. This part-time staff position works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision of the Head Volleyball Coach.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the head coach during practices with the technical instruction regarding the skills needed in the sport of volleyball.
• Assists in the planning, organizing and implementing of practices.
• Assists the Head Coach in building a cohesive and competitive program.
• Assists in supervising and monitoring student-athletes’ academic performance.
• Abides by the rules and regulations of the NAIA and Appalachian Athletic Conference.

Job Details

Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position will assist the head coach with all facets of the intercollegiate women's volleyball program as it trains and competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference of the NAIA. The assistant coach must be able to perform a wide variety of tasks in the office and gym and help foster an environment within the program conducive to learning, competing, and personal growth for the student-athletes. This part-time staff position works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision of the Head Volleyball Coach.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the head coach during practices with the technical instruction regarding the skills needed in the sport of volleyball.
• Assists in the planning, organizing and implementing of practices.
• Assists the Head Coach in building a cohesive and competitive program.
• Assists in supervising and monitoring student-athletes’ academic performance.
• Abides by the rules and regulations of the NAIA and Appalachian Athletic Conference.
• Responsible for assisting the head coach with recruiting of student athletes.
• Responsible for taking a leadership role in the athletic program.
• Assists the department with athletic issues as needed.
• Responsible for the day-to-day duties of student managers; including equipment management, the set-up and tear down of equipment, jersey laundry and storage, and miscellaneous practice requirements such as score keeping, time keeping, or drill preparation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:Â

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, science or closely related field.
• Must have at least one (1) year of volleyball coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Must have organization, inventory and record-keeping skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours which may include early/late hours, occasional weekends, and the ability to travel multiple days in a row.
• Must have a valid SC Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be willing and able to safely drive 15-passenger vehicles.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must work well with others in a team setting, be willing to take on extra duties as assigned, and must be a great communicator.
• Must have a high attention to detail and maintain a personal standard of excellence.
• Must have desire and knowledge to help maintain sports facilities as needed for practice and game day competitions.
• Required to report any athlete/team issues that are detrimental to the team, department, or college; any illegal activities must be reported immediately.
• Must be willing to work within and follow the guidelines of the College, and the Department of Athletics at all times.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; excellent interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work requires the ability to move and lift 30 to 50 pounds independently and be able to perform strenuous physical labor, and the ability to exert 30 to 50 pounds of force frequently. May be required to use a ladder. Also requires frequent bending, squatting, standing, reaching, climbing, kneeling, stooping, crawling, and occasional sitting. May be required to occasionally work in small, hard to reach spaces. Work is performed both inside a facility and outdoors in all weather conditions. Some hazardous situations may exist based on work to be performed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work environment may risk exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, disease/pathogens, toxic/caustic chemicals.

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EOE M/F/D/V