Head Coach – Men’s Volleyball

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director with the recruitment and selection of assistant coach(es).
• Recruit student athletes, which includes scouting and provide assistance with the College’s enrollment process.
• Coordinate tryout and selection process of prospective student athletes.
• Schedule practices, pre-season and out-of-conference competitions, with complete schedule submitted to the Director prior to the beginning of the season.
• Submit complete team roster with required supporting documentation at least two weeks prior to the first event of the season; obtain approval from the Director for any additional students before granting permission to participate.
• In collaboration with the equipment manager, distribute and collect all team uniforms and equipment in a timely fashion.
• Coordinate fitness center demonstrations and off-season training for all team members in collaboration with the fitness center coordinator.
• Direct physical conditioning of players to achieve maximum athletic performance and provide instruction on the techniques of the game/event.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Any and all degrees must be from a recognized institutional accreditor.
• At least, one year of experience in coaching college-level volleyball required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of NCAA/NAIA/NJCAA rules and regulations as they pertain to student athletes.
• Strong knowledge of effective coaching practices.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively recruit athletic talent is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated management skills and knowledge of supervision and management practices.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds required.