Assistant Volleyball Coach - Athletics

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Job Description

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Assistant Volleyball Coach

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Job Description

_ TITLE _

Assistant Volleyball Coach

_ JOB SUMMARY _

The Assistant Volleyball Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Volleyball Coach with developing and administering a highly competitive volleyball program; abiding by University, Lone Star Conference and NCAA rules and regulations; and along with all other Athletics personnel, working towards achieving the objectives of Intercollegiate Athletics. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

_ ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS _

Reports to: Head Volleyball Coach

Supervises:Graduate Assistants and Student Assistants

_ ESSENTIAL DUTIES - _May include, but not limited to the following:

• Assists the head coach in managing and directing the volleyball program.
• Assists the head volleyball coach with all aspects of the team including training, competing and scheduling.
• Assists the administration with alumni relations and scholarship fundraising.
• Organizes and maintains accurate inventory of volleyball equipment and uniforms.
• Coordinates travel arrangements.
• Organizes and completes all required paperwork including but not limited to Payment by Check Requests for officials and Compliance forms such as weekly time logs.
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, the Lone Star Conference and the NCAA with the utmost integrity.
• Completes other assigned administrative duties in a timely manner.
• Assists with recruiting including calling prospective student-athletes, evaluating high school and junior college players, and maintaining an accurate records and database on the NCAA’s Compliance Assistant program.
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, attends department meetings and activities, and always represents the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and general public.
• Coordinates Video Exchange with the Lone Star Conference by agreed upon video exchange software.

_ ADDITIONAL DUTIES _

• Attends seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities.
• Coordinates facility needs of visiting teams.
• Implements Intercollegiate Athletics’ strategic plan as part of the Division of Student Life’s strategic plan.
• Collaborates with other entities on campus.
• Performs other duties as requested.

_ EDUCATION _

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

_ EXPERIENCE _

Minimum of two years of experience coaching competitive women’s volleyball at a four-year institution or a junior college. NCAA coaching experience preferred. Experience in Texas preferred.

_ REQUIREMENT _

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use is preferred at the time of hire and will be required prior to participation in any countable athletically related activities as defined by the NCAA.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

_ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:_

• Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
• Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the university, the Lone Star Conference and the NCAA.
• Ability to follow directives and be responsible for tasks which have been assigned.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
• Ability to attend seminars, meetings and other professional development opportunities at or away from TWU.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision as needed.
• Knowledge of software programs including but not limited to: NCAA Compliance Assistant, University Athlete and VidSwap.
• Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively - orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related University software and email.

_ PHYSICAL DEMANDS _

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel.

_ WORK ENVIRONMENT _

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors in conditions including loud and constant noise. Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks.

_ SAFETY _

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

_ Texas Woman’s University strives toprovideaneducationalenvironmentthataffirmsthe rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons.Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate. _

_ Texas Woman’s University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or ethnic origin, age, veteran’s status, or against qualified disabled persons. _

_ All positions at Texas Woman’s University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks. _