Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

Position Number

717401

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full Time

Tenure Track

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

Position Number

717401

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full Time

Tenure Track

No

FTE

1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

If time limited, duration date

Position Overview

| Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! |
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight. 
Visit NCCU.edu. | | Primary Function of Organizational Unit |
The NCCU Department of Athletics’ primary purpose is to provide leadership for an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program. The NCCU Department of Athletics places the highest priority on a quality academic and athletic experience as part of the overall education of student-athletes. The Department of Athletics seeks to strengthen the integration of the athletics program objectives with academic development objectives. | | Primary Purpose of Position |
The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach will be responsible for all aspects of a Division I program which includes but is not limited to: day-to-day operations; scheduling of contests; the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes; fiscal planning; game strategy including practice and game coaching; supervising and evaluating volleyball assistants and staff; donor fundraising; alumni, community, and media relations. The successful candidate must be able to develop positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, media, alumni, and donors while interacting successfully with department personnel and university community. The Head Coach must conduct a women’s volleyball program in compliance with all NCAA, State, National, MEAC and Institutional rules and regulations. In addition the successful candidate must also conduct the women’s volleyball program in concert with university mission and goals, in which student-athletes graduate and achieve competitive success. | | Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to understand and enforce safety rules and regulations. Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management. Knowledge of NCAA Division I regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes. Demonstrate successful fundraising skills. Possess a thorough knowledge of the game, a sophisticated understanding of coaching strategies, and a demonstrated ability to enhance player development.

| | Minimum Education/Experience |
Minimum requirement: Bachelors’ degree required; Master’s preferred; Preferred four years or more Division I experience; Preferred head coaching experience; successful graduation rate of student-athletes and APR if applicable; proven history of success at previous position; successful in recruiting student-athletes within the framework of the university guidelines and policies; and proven ability to lead and manage team dynamics including staff, student-athletes, practice, game and recruiting. | | Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation |
N/A | | Equal Opportunity Employer |
North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

| Function | Instructional | | Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. |
Recruiting: The Head Coach is responsible for the development of a comprehensive plan to identify, evaluate and recruit high quality student-athletes. This includes, but is not limited to, phone contacts, in-person evaluations, home visits and student-athlete visits to campus. The Head Coach is responsible, as per NCAA rules, to maintain accurate records of all recruitment activities for himself/herself and for his/her assistant coaches. |

| Function | Administrative | | Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. |
Team Preparation: The Head Coach is responsible for training, teaching and conditioning student- athletes in preparation for all intercollegiate contests. The Head Coach will plan and supervise practices, prepare game strategies and coach the team at contests. The Head Coach will work closely with the Strength and Conditioning and Athletic Training staffs to develop a yearlong program of conditioning and injury prevention. |

| Function | Administrative | | Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. |
Student-Athlete Development: The Head Coach is responsible for creating an atmosphere and culture that is a reflection of the missions of both the Athletic Department and the College. A positive student-athlete experience, both on and off the field is a number one priority of the coaching staff and administration. |

| Function | Administrative | | Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. |
Administrative Responsibilities: The Head Coach will be responsible for a wide variety of administrative tasks including, but not limited to, scheduling of practices and games, annual reports, recruiting logs, providing rosters and other paperwork to various offices for NCAA compliance issues, team travel plans, media guide development, etc. and all any/all administrative requirements for any other duties as assigned. |

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | EPA03311P | | Open Date | 01/16/2025 | | Date desired for closing or initial review | | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Date Position Available | 02/01/2025 | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State – Health Benefits
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter 3. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate) 4. List of References

Optional Documents 1. DD-214 (Veterans Only) 2. NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)

Supplemental Questions

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