Sports Club Assistant Coach-Women’s volleyball

Associated Students, San Diego State University•San Diego, CA

2d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Competitive Sports Manager, the Assistant Coach for the women's club volleyball team will be responsible for assisting with the coordination and operations of the San Diego State University Women's Club volleyball team. The Assistant Coach will assist with creating practice plans and team development strategies; running and controlling team drills; and achieving the enhancement of team skill performance. This position requires availability for evening and weekend hours. The Assistant Coach is responsible for the enforcement of rules, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Sport Club Handbook as well as all duties associated with coaching a collegiate club program. The successful candidate will be expected to enforce and comply with all policies and procedures established by Associated Students/SDSU, the Sport Club Program, and National Collegiate Volleyball Federation (NCVF), and , the Southern California Collegiate Volleyball League (SCCVL) while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU.

Requirements

Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies required
Knowledge Microsoft applications and Aztec Recreation website required
First AID and CPR/AED certifications required (on-line courses are excluded)
Valid California Drivers' License and proof of automobile insurance are required
Anti-Harassment training (must be completed within 30 days of hire)
Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire)
Gender Awareness Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire)
Must complete the California Defensive Driving Course
Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings as directed
Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work
Must be capable of maintaining positive working relationships with staff and athletes
Must be able to exercise tact and exhibit sound professional judgment
Must be able to work well with different work styles
Strong organizational skills required
Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow projects through to completion
Commitment to adhere to all the policies, rules, and regulations of Associated Students/SDSU, Aztec Recreation and sport leagues
Demonstrated commitment to student success and ability to recruit, train, and evaluate collegiate student athletes
Have a strong coaching background with an emphasis on skill development and leadership
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with student athletes, team officers, coaches, administrators and alumni
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy is expected

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Knowledge and/or participation of Aztec Recreation programs and facilities preferred

Responsibilities

Complies with all job expectations as outlined in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement
Supervises team practices, training, competitions and travel
Ensures individual and program compliance with all policies and procedures of Associated Students/SDSU and Aztec Recreation
Ensures safety of all team members, assistant coaches, and equipment is the top priority at all times
Assists team members in achieving recruiting goals
Assist with the designs and implementation of practice schedules and training schemes for evening and/or weekend practices
Ensures scheduled practices begin and end on time
Assists team members in achieving fundraising goals
Works with coaches from other programs and sport leagues to coordinate scrimmages and competitions
Assists with the coordination of travel arrangements
Works collaboratively with team officers and administrators to develop and achieve program priorities
Maintains team's positive community standing
Assists in the outreach to alumni to recruit support for the team
Represents the team in regional or national meetings with other coaches or organizations
Performs other duties as assigned
Establishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departments
Represents the team and Associated Students/SDSU in a professional manner at all times
Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all athletes and staff
Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies
Adheres to Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices
Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence
Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor
Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately