Part-time Assistant Volleyball Coach

EXPIRED

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Department:

Volleyball

Time Type:

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University

Department:

Volleyball

Time Type:

Part time

Work Modality:

Union:

Excluded

Job Description:

Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Head Volleyball Coach, this position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the University’s varsity volleyball program. The Assistant Coach will primarily provide assistance in coaching instruction to volleyball student-athletes during practices and games. This position requires frequent interaction with the head coach, assistant coaches and athletic trainers to help promote a successful and positive athletic experience for all volleyball student-athletes. This position works under general supervision of the Head Coach.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for enhancing the performance of volleyball student-athletes. Assist with the implementation of the practice plans approved and/or established by the head coach. Works with coaches to determine progress and making needed individual adjustments. Attends practices and games.

• Assists coaching staff with administrative tasks, as assigned by the head coach. This includes but is not limited to scouting, practice planning, and travel logistics.

• Assists in the recruiting efforts designed to attract academically qualified and athletically gifted student-athletes to program. Evaluates prospective student-athletes in-person and through reports from high school coaches on their athletic and academic performance. Keeps all recruiting records in good order and provides regular reports to the Head Coach on the recruitment status of each prospective student-athlete. Reports any major concerns or attention for recruitment related issues to the Head Coach.

Competencies:

• Serving Customers.

• Displaying Creativity.

• Prioritizing and Organizing.

• Championing Customer Needs.

• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.

• Developing Plans.

• Supporting Coworkers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-Time/3-4 hours a week.

Compensation:

• $21.00-22.86 per hour.

Travel Required:

• Some travel may be required.

Required Education and Experience:

• 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree encouraged.

• Approximately 1-2 years coaching experience or experience playing volleyball at the collegiate or professional level preferred.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite.Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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