Facilities & Operations Manager/Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

St. Thomas Aquinas seeks a motivated individual for a Facilities & Operations Manager/Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position combines two critical roles: managing athletic facilities and operations and leading the NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball program. The Facility and Operations Manager oversees the planning, organization, and execution of home athletic events, ensuring compliance with regulations and a safe, welcoming environment. As Head Women’s Volleyball Coach, the role encompasses all aspects of developing a competitive program, from recruitment to fostering student-athlete success on and off the court.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Facility and Operations Management:

• Supervise, organize, and manage home athletic events to ensure smooth operations and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate staffing and serve as the primary liaison for game-day operations, including security, EMS, officials, and visiting teams.
• Submit and monitor maintenance work requests and handle purchases related to facilities and operations.
• Collaborate with STAC security and facilities staff to manage event logistics and safety.
• Assist with physical setup for practices and games, as well as hiring and training event staff.

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach:

• Lead all aspects of the NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball program, including player recruitment, team development, and competitive performance.

St. Thomas Aquinas seeks a motivated individual for a Facilities & Operations Manager/Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position combines two critical roles: managing athletic facilities and operations and leading the NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball program. The Facility and Operations Manager oversees the planning, organization, and execution of home athletic events, ensuring compliance with regulations and a safe, welcoming environment. As Head Women’s Volleyball Coach, the role encompasses all aspects of developing a competitive program, from recruitment to fostering student-athlete success on and off the court.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Facility and Operations Management:

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• Supervise, organize, and manage home athletic events to ensure smooth operations and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate staffing and serve as the primary liaison for game-day operations, including security, EMS, officials, and visiting teams.
• Submit and monitor maintenance work requests and handle purchases related to facilities and operations.
• Collaborate with STAC security and facilities staff to manage event logistics and safety.
• Assist with physical setup for practices and games, as well as hiring and training event staff.

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach:

• Lead all aspects of the NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball program, including player recruitment, team development, and competitive performance.
• Create practice plans, game strategies, and conditioning programs to enhance team success.
• Oversee administrative responsibilities such as maintaining rosters, managing budgets, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules.
• Foster a positive environment that supports academic achievement, sportsmanship, and player development.
• Represent STAC in NCAA and conference meetings and serve on committees as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in physical education or recreation).
• Minimum of 4 years of coaching experience and at least 1 year of administrative experience in a college or university environment.
• Valid driver’s license with eligibility to drive a college van.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultural boundaries.
• General knowledge of sports rules and officiating experience preferred.
• Proven ability to advise and motivate student-athletes.
• Marketing and fundraising experience is a plus.
• Budget management experience is desirable.
• Proficiency with computer skills and adaptability to new technologies.
• Excellent report writing, business correspondence, and public speaking abilities.

Application
Please send the following materials electronically to Ms. Margaret Alaimo, Associate Director of Athletics, St. Thomas Aquinas College at malaimo@stac.edu: a cover letter addressing the applicant’s credentials and experience as they relate to the position; curriculum vitae; and names, email addresses and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Salary
The salary for this position is $57,000 – $60,400/year. When extending job offers, St. Thomas Aquinas College carefully considers factors such as (but not limited to) the role’s responsibilities, the candidate’s experience and education, essential skills, internal peer equity, budget constraints, and market trends. The provided rate reflects the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.