Volleyball Coach, Athletics

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Our diverse selection of benefits is part of Gonzaga’s commitment to care for and meet the needs of our employees and their families. The University provides full-time employees in their first year: a

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Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through

VSP

, employer-paid Life Insurance, and optional employee-paid Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial,

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First Section

Who We Are

At Gonzaga we don’t just state our mission. We live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for – and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution.

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Our diverse selection of benefits is part of Gonzaga’s commitment to care for and meet the needs of our employees and their families. The University provides full-time employees in their first year: a

PPO

Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through

VSP

, employer-paid Life Insurance, and optional employee-paid Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial,

TIAA

403(b) Retirement plan including free onsite financial planning and advising, Employee Assistance Program through Supportlinc, Zagfit Wellness program with access to GU’s onsite fitness center and Spokane Transit Authority (

STA

) bus passes. Additionally, full-time (40 hours per week) staff employees accrue 4 hours of sick time per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week), vacation time starting at 5 hours per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week) and 17 paid holidays. Additional benefits such as Long Term Disability and Tuition Waivers are available after the first year of employment.

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Position Title

Volleyball Coach, Athletics

Posting Number

S2442P

Department

Women's Volleyball

Work Schedule

Employment Status

Regular

Temporary or Fixed-Term Assignment End Date

Hours per Week

40

Months per Year

12

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for the development and administration for the University’s

NCAA

Division I Volleyball program. Including, but not limited to, coaching, mentoring, program development, recruiting, public relations, community involvement and administrative duties in compliance with all university, conference and

NCAA

regulations.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $135,265 annually. 

 

The internal full salary range is $179,633 – $119,755

Anticipated/Budgeted Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

119755

Salary Midpoint (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

149694

Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)

179633

Essential Functions

| Essential Function Category Title | Coaching | | % of time for section | 50 | | Function Details |
Provides coaching and administrative duties to support the volleyball program including:

• Develop sport specific systems and strategies, with emphasis on tactical components and instruct student-athletes on these systems and concepts as well as rules and fundamentals of the sport in order to develop the student-athlete and achieve personal and team goals
• Evaluate student-athletes to identify strengths and deficiencies, and design instructional opportunities to teach student-athletes how to improve technical and strategic execution
• Provide individual skill instruction, supervision, and motivation to student-athletes
• Prepare and coordinate annual, seasonal, monthly, weekly, and day to day practice plan and design
• Conduct condition programs, in coordination with strength and conditioning staff, encompassing recognized and approved methods of improving power, speed, strength and aerobic performance, consistent with industry safety and health standards.
• Oversee all practice sessions while incorporating basic sport strategies, as is deemed appropriate
• Incorporate student-athlete specific learning opportunities into daily practice design including instruction on techniques
• Foster an environment which develops the whole person
• Maintain a close working relationship with the athletic trainer and strength & conditioning staff in regards to athletic injury, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention.

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| Essential Function Category Title | Administration | | % of time for section | 15 | | Function Details |
- Oversee completion and maintaining of all forms and records as required for NCAA compliance - Oversee team travel coordination and logistics - Manage scheduling of practices/team meetings/player meetings/video review working closely with Athletics Facilities staff - Coordinate Fall and Spring scheduling of opponents - Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of all approved Alumni and fundraising events/activities - Oversee the maintenance and monitoring of information required for NCAA eligibility of each student-athlete and inform the athletes on NCAA rules and regulations - In coordination with assigned Academic Coordinator, oversee monitoring the academic performance of student-athletes to assure graduation - In coordination with the Equipment Manager, oversee monitoring the condition of equipment and requesting repairs or replacement as necessary - In coordination with Athletics Facilities staff, oversee monitoring the condition of sport-related facilities and locker room. - Keep current in knowledge about issues affecting the athletic program, including internal and external events, discussions and concerns - Maintain a close working relationship with the SID regarding media relations, public relations, promotion, and awards to promote intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the University - Perform periodic review and evaluation of program goals, analyzing findings, identifying areas requiring improvement, and pursuing more efficient methods and processes - Annually participate in Title IX education training

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| Essential Function Category Title | Recruiting | | % of time for section | 15 | | Function Details |
- Oversee student-athlete recruitment process - As an NCAA certified recruiter, successfully research, scout, evaluate and contact prospective student-athletes while operating within the scope of the department, conference and NCAA regulations at all times. - As an on-campus recruiter, collaborate with other department and university staff in designing official and unofficial visits in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations. - Establish and develop relationships with appropriate high school and junior college officials, amateur club coaches, and coaches within the sport’s national governing body for public relations purposes, thus positioning the university nationally. - Develop, maintain, and use master recruit databases to support decision-making, assessments, evaluations, and program review.

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| Essential Function Category Title | NCAA Compliance | | % of time for section | 5 | | Function Details |
Employees of Gonzaga University’s Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process. |

| Essential Function Category Title | Supervision | | % of time for section | 10 | | Function Details |
Team and Operational Effectiveness:
• Meet regularly, at least once a month, with all direct reports
• Manage performance on an ongoing basis throughout the year
• Ensure effective performance management for indirect reports
• Create and ensure opportunities for team development through multiple
mechanisms and support recognition efforts that build morale
• Steward all resources, including budget, effectively and appropriately
• Meet operational targets, develop innovate solutions, and continuously
improve department and operational efforts
• Support and contribute to hiring efforts that meet our operational and mission
needs |

Other Functions

| Other Functions |
- Assists other members of the Athletic department during peak periods and with special workload projects - Incumbent may represent the department on University-wide committees or projects as assigned and approved by the supervisor.

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University Competencies

| University Work Values |
Promoting Excellence in Academic Endeavors and Professional Practice

• Fostering intellectual depth, competence, reflection, and creativity in pursuing exemplary, rather than satisfactory, outcomes

Sharing Responsibility for Mission Identity and Leadership

• Making a personal commitment to learn about Gonzaga’s mission, discovering ways to contribute individually and collaboratively to our distinctive learning and research community

Affirming a Commitment to Human Dignity

• Engaging one another with profound respect, professionalism, and cura personalis while supporting one another’s continued learning, development, and maximizing of potential

Advancing a Culture of Inclusiveness

• Developing cultural fluencies and global awarenesses, and practicing habits that enable us to value, recruit, and support community members from historically underrepresented backgrounds

Caring for Our Common Home and Integral Ecology

• Growing ecological awareness of and respect for the interconnectedness of human and non-human life, and the need to develop and practice habits that are mutually beneficial to all life

Cultivating Individual and Community Accountability

• Demonstrating mutual commitment to our shared project by holding ourselves and others responsible for actions, expecting appropriate behavior, and aligning activities with ethical and professional standards |

Qualifications/Knowledge Required/Years Experience Required

| Degree Required | Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience | | Certifications and/or Licensures required |
Valid drivers license
CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire | | Knowledge Required | Expert in field | | Years Experience Required | 5-7.99 years | | Minimum Qualifications |
- Collegiate volleyball experience with knowledge of rules of the sport and competition strategies, technique and training methods. - Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills - Two or more years supervisory experience - Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulation; ability to pass NCAA coach’s certification test - Ability to travel throughout the academic year and summer - Strong communication skills to effectively work with a diverse work force and student-athlete population - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to motivate student athletes and staff - Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and detail-oriented - Demonstrated ability to effectively build and manage teams - Demonstrated ability to operate with a high level of confidentiality and discretion - Valid driver’s license with proven driving record in good standing - CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire - Ability to pass pre-employment background check and physical

| | Desired Qualifications |
- NCAA Division I volleyball coaching experience - Head coaching experience - Fundraising experience - International playing and/or coaching experience - Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role in a collaborative environment - Demonstrated knowledge of Northwest region as it pertains to recruiting

| | Physical / Environmental Qualifications |
- The administrative portion of this position is essentially a sedentary job. - Wrist and hand movement related to computer work. - Ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, stretch, and reach. - Ability to be mobile campus wide for appropriate sport needs. - Ability to travel throughout the country and internationally. - Pick-up, carry and move items up to 50lbs

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Posting Detail Information

| Open Date | 12/10/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Application Review Begins On | | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | EEO Statement |
Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996. | | Clery Statement |
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics

The safety of all members of the campus community is of vital concern to Gonzaga University. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the law enforcement authority of Campus Security, policies concerning the reporting of any crimes which occurred on the campus (and other specified locations), other security and safety-related policies, as well as the crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be found in the Campus Safety and Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report. The Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide is also available.

A copy of the report can be found online at www.Gonzaga.edu/Clery. A paper copy of the Campus Safety & Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report or the Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide may be obtained by contacting the Student Development Office on main campus, College Hall 120. The Florence Guide may also be obtained on the Florence campus in room 105. |

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