Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach (AP25-025)

Description

The Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach reports directly to the Head Coach and the Director of Athletics, adhering to the SIUE Principles Governing Athletics. This position plays a key role in supporting the overall goals and objectives of the athletics program, while contributing to the development of the volleyball team. The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach in organizing practices, recruitment efforts, team travel, fundraising activities, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics. This role requires full compliance with University, Conference, and NCAA Division I rules and regulations, and emphasizes cooperation with other departmental staff. The Assistant Coach will support the student-athlete concept, focusing on the health, safety, and well-being of each student-athlete.

Key Responsibilities:

On-the-Court Coaching & Player Development:

• Develop individual player skills, tailored to both the physical and mental needs of each athlete, as well as position-specific requirements.
• Monitor player development and design effective practice drills to enhance fundamental skills.
• Collaborate with the athletic trainer and strength coach to create player-specific exercises and drills.
• Assess player talent based on team needs, both for the current season and for future team projections.
• Scout prospective talent at games and key tournaments to evaluate skills and abilities.
• Provide recommendations for scholarship allocations.
• Scout opponents, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses, and assist in developing strategies for upcoming games based on competitive analysis.
• Review game film or scouting reports to devise effective game strategies.

Description

The Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach reports directly to the Head Coach and the Director of Athletics, adhering to the SIUE Principles Governing Athletics. This position plays a key role in supporting the overall goals and objectives of the athletics program, while contributing to the development of the volleyball team. The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach in organizing practices, recruitment efforts, team travel, fundraising activities, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics. This role requires full compliance with University, Conference, and NCAA Division I rules and regulations, and emphasizes cooperation with other departmental staff. The Assistant Coach will support the student-athlete concept, focusing on the health, safety, and well-being of each student-athlete.

Key Responsibilities:

On-the-Court Coaching & Player Development:

• Develop individual player skills, tailored to both the physical and mental needs of each athlete, as well as position-specific requirements.
• Monitor player development and design effective practice drills to enhance fundamental skills.
• Collaborate with the athletic trainer and strength coach to create player-specific exercises and drills.
• Assess player talent based on team needs, both for the current season and for future team projections.
• Scout prospective talent at games and key tournaments to evaluate skills and abilities.
• Provide recommendations for scholarship allocations.
• Scout opponents, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses, and assist in developing strategies for upcoming games based on competitive analysis.
• Review game film or scouting reports to devise effective game strategies.

Team Management & Logistics:

• Assist with team travel arrangements, ensuring all logistics are managed, including meals, accommodations, meeting rooms, warm-up schedules, and playing time in alignment with coaching goals.
• Negotiate pricing for all travel arrangements, securing complementary rooms and upgrades where possible.
• Coordinate and arrange community outreach opportunities, including transportation to activities and events.
• Monitor players’ required hours to ensure compliance with team regulations.

Academic Support & Player Welfare:

• Plan and arrange team meals and ensure a positive experience for athletes during travel and events.
• Meet with individual players to discuss academic progress, addressing study table needs and ensuring appropriate academic support.
• Collaborate with academic advisors to track player progress and develop plans for addressing any academic deficiencies.
• Follow up with players to confirm that their class schedules are appropriate and that academic goals are being met.

Administrative Support:

• Develop team itineraries, ensuring alignment with coaching objectives, facility availability, and budgetary guidelines.
• Assist with any other duties as directed by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.

This position requires a dynamic individual who is committed to the development and success of the volleyball program while upholding the values and standards of the athletic department.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Evidence of sound organizational and communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, and the public
• One (1) to two (2) years of coaching experience (this includes graduate assistantships)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree
• Collegiate Coaching experience
• Previous playing experience
• Experience utilizing data analytics software (i.e. Volleymetrics, Balltime, etc)
• Knowledge of UNCAA rules and regulations.

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full time and part time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Supplemental Information

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu.

Statement of Diversity: SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.

SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.

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We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu .