Head Volleyball Coach

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Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the University of Mary’s NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball program, including strategic planning, budgeting, recruitment, personnel management, and fostering relationships within the community. A key responsibility is the enthusiastic implementation of and personal investment in the University’s ‘Greatness Through Virtue’ whole-person development model.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:

Scholar-Athlete & Team Academic Success - Demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence - Provides guidance to scholar-athletes to ensure a balance between academics and athletics, promoting satisfactory academic progress - Stays informed on NCAA Division II and NSIC eligibility requirements - Develops and implements criteria and success plans to support scholar-athletes' academic growth

Scholar-Athlete & Team Athletic Success - Exhibits a dedication to athletic success - Strives for a winning record or consistent improvement within the program - Creates and executes a clear, effective recruitment strategy for scholar-athletes - Demonstrates strong recruitment skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with other athletics department members - Possesses the knowledge necessary to enhance athletic performance and success

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the University of Mary’s NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball program, including strategic planning, budgeting, recruitment, personnel management, and fostering relationships within the community. A key responsibility is the enthusiastic implementation of and personal investment in the University’s ‘Greatness Through Virtue’ whole-person development model.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:

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- Demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence - Provides guidance to scholar-athletes to ensure a balance between academics and athletics, promoting satisfactory academic progress - Stays informed on NCAA Division II and NSIC eligibility requirements - Develops and implements criteria and success plans to support scholar-athletes' academic growth

Scholar-Athlete & Team Athletic Success - Exhibits a dedication to athletic success - Strives for a winning record or consistent improvement within the program - Creates and executes a clear, effective recruitment strategy for scholar-athletes - Demonstrates strong recruitment skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with other athletics department members - Possesses the knowledge necessary to enhance athletic performance and success

Scholar-Athlete & Team Compliance - Maintains up-to-date knowledge and compliance with University, NSIC, and NCAA rules and regulations, ensuring all aspects of the program adhere to these standards

Scholar-Athlete Leadership & Whole Person Development - Promotes the ‘Greatness Through Virtue’ whole-person development model - Fosters a positive team culture rooted in Solidarity & Harmony - Develops and emphasizes Virtuous Leadership among scholar-athletes

Scholar-Athlete Safety, Health & Well Being - Ensures the well-being of scholar-athletes, through access to and enhancement of: - Athletic training - Mental health services - Nutritional guidance - Team travel logistics - Housing coordination - Establishment of team policies and procedures - Providing individual counseling and support

Community Integration - Develops and implements strategic marketing and social media plans - Enhances the fan experience during games - Encourages faculty and student body involvement - Builds strong traditions to promote engagement within the program

Program Management - Demonstrates fiscal responsibility, including management of the budget, scholarships, scheduling, and student-athlete support - Ensures the smooth operation of the volleyball program with the support of the athletics department

Athletic Fundraising - Actively participates in promoting and growing the Marauders Armada - Creates and maintains fundraising activities for the volleyball program

Qualifications include: - Bachelor’s degree required - Masters’ degree preferred - A minimum of 3-5 years of previous coaching experience required - Upholds and promotes the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary - Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities - Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Intercollegiate Athletics and throughout the university in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ

Knowledge and Skills include: - Ability to integrate the ‘Greatness Through Virtue’ core strategies and promote the growth of scholar-athletes - Experience balancing academic and athletic responsibilities for scholar-athletes - Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and strong communication skills - Ability to maintain an organized, professional work environment and meet reporting deadlines - Strong prioritization skills and ability to work independently - Experience working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, including scholar-athletes, faculty, parents, and staff - Understanding of best practices for supporting scholar-athletes, particularly those at risk for attrition - Knowledge of federal laws and regulations regarding higher education - Familiarity with NCAA Division II and NSIC rules and regulations

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Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.

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