Assistant Coach - Men's Volleyball

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Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Do you want to be part of an elite Division I program? Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes on integrity and personal growth.

Are you passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence? Then this position is for you! Grand Canyon University is seeking an Assistant Coach - Men’s Volleyball.

What you will do:

• Under the Direction of the head coach, provide coaching in both a team and individual setting to improve sport specific skills.
• Under the direction of the head coach, research, evaluate, contact and recruit players of high character, scholarship and athletic ability to compete for the designated sport program.
• Assist the head coach with competition scheduling and in the planning, marketing and operation of sports camps.
• Participate in the creation of practice plans, assist in game preparation, advise on game strategy, and provide direct coaching and assistance during games.
• May perform duties which require irregular hours, out of town and/or overnight travel.
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach, athletic director/athletic director designee.

What you need:

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Do you want to be part of an elite Division I program? Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes on integrity and personal growth.

Are you passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence? Then this position is for you! Grand Canyon University is seeking an Assistant Coach - Men’s Volleyball.

What you will do:

• Under the Direction of the head coach, provide coaching in both a team and individual setting to improve sport specific skills.
• Under the direction of the head coach, research, evaluate, contact and recruit players of high character, scholarship and athletic ability to compete for the designated sport program.
• Assist the head coach with competition scheduling and in the planning, marketing and operation of sports camps.
• Participate in the creation of practice plans, assist in game preparation, advise on game strategy, and provide direct coaching and assistance during games.
• May perform duties which require irregular hours, out of town and/or overnight travel.
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach, athletic director/athletic director designee.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least three years of intercollegiate and/or elite level sport specific coaching and/or playing and training experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of Division 1 sport specific program and NCAA rules.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• CPR, First Aid and Coaches’ Safety Training certifications required
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to lawfully accept employment in the U.S.
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Bonus Points:

• Master's Degree
• Experience coaching in NCAA Division I
• AED certification

Why work at GCU:

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• Free covered parking
• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program
• Free on-site gyms on campus