Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

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Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
Staff » Athletics
Posted Friday, January 10, 2025

JOB TITLE: Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
POSITION NUMBER: VC9999
HIRING SUPERVISOR:   Athletic Director            
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
TYPE: Full-Time

SUMMARY:
Lawrence Technological University, an NAIA Institution and member of the Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference is accepting applications for a dynamic and data-driven Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. This position will report to the Director of Athletics. The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach supports the mission of the college by leading and managing all aspects of the women’s volleyball program while integrating data analytics to optimize performance, strategy, and recruitment of talented student-athletes and retaining them as well overseeing team practices and games, fostering a positive team culture, manage operating budgets, and ensuring the overall success and growth of the program. The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach provides the strategic oversight, supervision, guidance, and leadership to the Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coaches. They will serve as a Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

JOB DUTIES:

· Evaluate, recruit, coach and mentor qualified student-athletes and prepare the team for a full intercollegiate women’s volleyball experience.

· Use tools like Hudl and Volleymetrics to assess team and individual performance, develop tailored training plans, and identify key improvement areas.

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
Staff » Athletics
Posted Friday, January 10, 2025

JOB TITLE: Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
POSITION NUMBER: VC9999
HIRING SUPERVISOR:   Athletic Director            
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
TYPE: Full-Time

SUMMARY:
Lawrence Technological University, an NAIA Institution and member of the Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference is accepting applications for a dynamic and data-driven Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. This position will report to the Director of Athletics. The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach supports the mission of the college by leading and managing all aspects of the women’s volleyball program while integrating data analytics to optimize performance, strategy, and recruitment of talented student-athletes and retaining them as well overseeing team practices and games, fostering a positive team culture, manage operating budgets, and ensuring the overall success and growth of the program. The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach provides the strategic oversight, supervision, guidance, and leadership to the Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coaches. They will serve as a Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

JOB DUTIES:

· Evaluate, recruit, coach and mentor qualified student-athletes and prepare the team for a full intercollegiate women’s volleyball experience.

· Use tools like Hudl and Volleymetrics to assess team and individual performance, develop tailored training plans, and identify key improvement areas.

· Oversee all aspects of the women’s volleyball program operations, including, but not limited to, the development and management of all part-time, volunteer, and student assistant coaching staff, ensuring adherence to the program’s analytical and competitive vision.

· Develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment plan for the entire women’s volleyball staff, ensuring a robust and competitive roster from local, regional, and national landscape. Utilize performance data and analytics to identify and attract talented student-athletes who align with the program’s goals.

· Ensure a culture of compliance around all NAIA, WHAC, and Lawrence Technological rules and regulations and ensure all coaching staff members and student-athletes do the same.

· Oversee student-athlete academic progress, be available for consultation/support for studentathletes and direct student-athletes to the appropriate academic professionals to ensure academic success.

· Enhance program visibility. Represent program at alumni, community, and fundraising events, providing data-driven insights to highlight team achievements.

· Develop yearly, non-conference, game schedules to ensure high-level competition in preparation post-season.

· Select and purchase all equipment necessary to ensure a competitive women’s volleyball program while being fiscally responsible.

· Collaborate with the Director of Athletics and other coaches to work on a on court schedule that works for everyone.

· Work closely with Yellowflag Productions and our Sports Information Director to develop a media plan and be available for interviews and speaking engagements to internal and external constituents

· Serve on departments and campus-wide committees as requested, as well as other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Oversight of full, part-time, graduate assistants, and volunteer coaches

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Ability to type and use computer programs such as word processing (MS Office Suite preferred), e-mail, spreadsheets, and the ability to learn other programs pertinent to the position. Must be organized and be able to prioritize work, good communication skills, both written and oral, ability to deal with people from various age groups, backgrounds and level of education. Proficiency with volleyball analytic tools, including Hudl and Volleymetrics, for performance evaluation and strategic planning. Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or other relevant platforms for tracking performance metrics and generating reports.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
A Bachelor’s degree is required. Three to five years of coaching experience in the collegiate setting and/or at a highly respected high school program. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to work non-traditional hours, including late night and weekends. Enthusiasm and willingness to develop, initiate, and actively recruit, retain, and develop student-athletes. Commitment to work and educate inclusively with a diverse student population. Sound administrative and supervisory skills.
Lawrence Technological University (LTU) conducts pre-employment screening on initial candidates for all positions, which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, license, certifications, and/or verification of work history.

COMMENTS:
Hours may vary depending upon work assignment. This position requires the employee to perform some responsibilities off campus. While acting as a representative of Lawrence Technological University, it is important that the employee be knowledgeable and professional. Communication skills (both oral and written), organizational skills, and the ability to handle changing priorities are essential for success in this position. This position may require working evenings and some weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) especially during peak times of campus activity. Vacation time may not be approved during said peak activity.

Lawrence Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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