Head Volleyball Coach

Required

Bachelors Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree.

Prior coaching experience can be substituted for required education. Proof of progress towards CSCS Certification may be considered as well.

Preferred

Masters Degree in kinesiology or physical education, or applicable degree.

Collegiate Level Coaching Experience. Personnel Management & Supervision. Valid Drivers License.

Primary Responsibilities SummaryFunction: Provide leadership, organization, and supervision for all aspects of the women’s volleyball program at Sul Ross State University to insure a competitive and successful program, following all NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference (LSC), and university rules and regulations.Scope: Coordinate all responsibilities of running a competitive NCAA Division II volleyball program.


Duties

Essential: Identify, attract and matriculate outstanding student-athletes who demonstrate the ability to be academically and athletically successful.

Schedule practices for both in season and out of season.

Schedule all competitive events and complete all travel arrangements.

Monitor student-athletes academic performance. Responsible for monitoring the academic success of the student-athletes in the volleyball program.

Monitor all workouts.

Be knowledgeable of, and abide by, all university, NCAA Division II, and Lone Star Conference (LSC) policies.

Correspond with prospects using a variety of communication channels; including written, in person contact, phone and visits.

Support student-athlete academic and athletic excellence, leadership development, team development and community service.

Maintain database of information regarding recruiting, including number of contacts, number applied, number visited, number accepted and number enrolled.

Ability and willingness to fundraise.

Prepare and manage the budget for volleyball Ability and willingness to fundraise.

Order and maintain all equipment necessary Stay current with developments in the profession.

Other Duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Clear knowledge of the sport(s) of volleyball; ability to develop a competitive program.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, student-athletes and alumni Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong recruiting and coaching skills.

Ability to collaborate and communicate with a wide variety of students, parents, alumni, faculty, departmental staff, administration and the community.

Proficient with technological recruiting and coaching tools.

Clear understanding of, and commitment to the NCAA Division II and Lone Star conference(LSC) Philosophy as well as rules and regulations.

SupervisionReceived: Athletic DirectorGiven: Assistant Coach & Graduate Assistant

Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.