First Assistant Head Coach - Women's Volleyball - 999895

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Title: First Assistant Head Coach - Women's Volleyball - 999895

Position Number: 999895

Unit/Department: Women's Volleyball

FTE: Full-time

Department Summary:

Drake University's Athletics Department competes in the Missouri Valley Conference at the NCAA Division I level. Bulldog student-athletes thrive in the classroom and their respective field of play. Drake Athletics sport programs are considered Des Moines’ Hometown Team.

The department culture is predicated on a common value statement known as The Bulldog Way written by coaches, staff, and student-athletes. This intentional commitment to a championship culture is led by integrity, excellence, wanting the best for and best from one another, and aspiring to greatness provides a foundation for student-athletes, coaches, and athletics staff to study, work, and play.

Job Summary:

Drake University is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of First Assistant Head Coach of Women's Volleyball . The first assistant coach will be assisting the head volleyball coach with planning and execution of all aspects of the volleyball program.

Title: First Assistant Head Coach - Women's Volleyball - 999895

Position Number: 999895

Unit/Department: Women's Volleyball

FTE: Full-time

Department Summary:

Drake University's Athletics Department competes in the Missouri Valley Conference at the NCAA Division I level. Bulldog student-athletes thrive in the classroom and their respective field of play. Drake Athletics sport programs are considered Des Moines’ Hometown Team.

The department culture is predicated on a common value statement known as The Bulldog Way written by coaches, staff, and student-athletes. This intentional commitment to a championship culture is led by integrity, excellence, wanting the best for and best from one another, and aspiring to greatness provides a foundation for student-athletes, coaches, and athletics staff to study, work, and play.

Job Summary:

Drake University is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of First Assistant Head Coach of Women's Volleyball . The first assistant coach will be assisting the head volleyball coach with planning and execution of all aspects of the volleyball program.

This full-time, 12-month position includes recruiting coordination, operations planning, and assisting in compliance coordination.

All of the duties assigned to this position require an understanding of and compliance with the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and Drake University.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degrees
• 1-3 years of experience

Job Duties:

30% - Assist in recruiting and retaining talented student-athletes, both on and off the court, who reflect Drake's commitment to academic and athletic excellence. - (Essential)

25% - Assist in the development and implementation of effective practice plans to prepare student-athletes to compete at a high level. - (Essential)

25% - Assist in organizing a competitive schedule that will situate the team to finish consistently in the top of the Missouri Valley conference, and regularly participate in the NCAA tournament. - (Essential)

10% - Coordinate travel itineraries, including selection of hotels, meals, special events, and team community service initiatives. - (Essential)

10% - Contribute to a culture of excellence and ethics as a member of the Drake Athletics Department, University, and Des Moines community. - (Essential)

10% - Assist head coach in creating a positive academic, athletic, and team-community environment for student-athletes, and support staff within and around the Drake Volleyball program. Perform other duties, as assigned. - (Essential)

The salary for these positions is competitive with peer schools and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our digital benefits guide:Drake Benefits Guide (Plan Year 2024).

One of our very popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. You can learn about both the tuition waiver policy and tuition exchange programs here:Tuition Benefits.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are asked to complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter.

Questions about the application process, working at Drake, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources atjobs@drake.edu.

All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of work authorization to work in the United States.

Review of Applications Begins:

A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.