Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach

Job Title

Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Athletic Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Title

Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

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Department

Athletic Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

Under the direction and supervision of the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach, this position is responsible for assisting the head coach with recruiting, coaching and training student-athletes in the sport of women’s volleyball. The assistant coach will advise and teach all team members to be successful both in competition and in the classroom. Understand and model the Athletic Department’s goals as set forth by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. Set a positive example for the Department by supporting the mission and philosophy of the Athletics program and the University.

RESPONSIBILITIES

_ 55% - COACHING: _

At the direction of the Head Coach, provide technical and tactical instruction, demonstration and teaching the sport's dynamics to student-athletes to ensure the full potential of individuals and the team as a whole. Communicate and motivate effectively with student-athletes to ensure that team members are improving, developing, and progressing as athletes during their collegiate careers. Utilize evaluation tools to monitor training progress and analyze performances. Assists in implementing practice plans and coaching team during scheduled competitions/events. Position program to achieve competitive goals as established in conjunction with athletics administration. Maintain effective, proactive, and responsive communication throughout the athletics program, while emphasizing relationships with head coach, sport administrators and support services. Be a professional representative of the University and a role model for student-athletes, the Department, and the community.  Operate within the rules, regulations, and policies of the University and the Athletics Department.

_ 20% - RECRUITING: _

Identify, evaluate and recruit athletically and academically qualified student-athletes who can compete successfully on a level consistent with program expectations and who can be successful in an academic environment and graduate from the University. At the direction of the Head Coach, works with the Athletics Compliance Office and the Center for Athletic Academic Services to determine each student’s initial eligibility and academic qualifications for admission.

_ 10% - ADMINISTRATION: _

Operate within the guidelines and requirements established by the University and the Department.  Required documents and related administrative responsibilities must be handled in a thorough, complete, and timely manner. Promote execution of the Athletic Department’s strategic plan by adhering to its mission and core values and acting upon its goals and strategies.

Within the scope of authority, use university resources wisely, adhere to university and department fiscal procedures and practices, and operate within the budgetary allotment allocated by the University unless prior approval has been given by the athletics administration. Foster a positive environment that encourages and supports sportsmanship and ensure that public statements are supportive of the University and the Athletics Department.

_ 5% - ACADEMICS/STUDENT-ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT: _

Contribute to and reinforce an environment of academic expectations, achievement, and success that supports and encourages academic progress and graduation, with an emphasis on programmatic policies and procedures that produce a multi-year APR score at or above NCAA minimum requirements and a single year APR of 985 annually. In a manner consistent with institutional academic integrity, the Assistant Coach agrees to direct all communication concerning student-athletes academics through appropriate administrative and academic lines of communication as stipulated by departmental and university guidelines.

Contribute to the total development of the student-athletes in the program in a manner consistent with the educational values of the University.  In addition to their athletic development, provide support and assistance to service units and student-athletes with regard to academic progress and graduation.

_ 5% - COMPLIANCE: _

Operate in an atmosphere of compliance, integrity, and within the scope and intent of NCAA, conference, and university regulations.  Support the head coach by completing compliance-related activities in a complete and timely manner. Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student-athletes. Maintains awareness of and supports the initiatives of the Athletics Department.

_ 5% - OTHER DUTIES: _

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• Two (2) years playing or coaching experience at the collegiate level.

• Additional education/experience may be considered as a substitute for the minimum requirements: High school diploma or GED with six (6) years of experience playing or coaching experience at the collegiate level, Associate's degree with four (4) years of experience playing or coaching experience at the collegiate level OR a Master's degree.

• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively with staff, students, and vendors.

• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree.

SALARY: $38,000 - $41,000/annually, approximately.

• $3,166.67 - $3,416.67/monthly.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Medical

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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