Assistant Volleyball Coach

Davidson College•Davidson, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Davidson College invites applications for the position of Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach. This is a full-time position with regular employee benefits. The primary responsibilities include training student-athletes, recruiting, scheduling, coordinating team travel, and working with the head coach in directing all phases of a Division I program, including organizing and supervising all practices and games. Davidson competes in the A-10 conference. The successful candidate should demonstrate effectiveness in coaching college-level athletes, possess good supervisory skills, and have the ability to relate to students in a leadership role. Additionally, an understanding of student-athletes in a demanding academic environment and a commitment to the highest ideals of leadership, sportsmanship, and academics are required. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Collegiate volleyball and/or international playing experience
Coaching may be used in lieu of competitive playing experience
Good writing, organizational, and supervisory skills
Ability to relate to students in a leadership role.
Good people skills required
Basic computer competency
Experience with University Athlete, ARMS, and Volleymetrics software
Ability to demonstrate volleyball skills and occasionally participate in practice as a player
Knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics
Ability to communicate effectively with all team members and staff within Davidson Athletics
Excellent administrative and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and complete tasks by established deadlines
Ability to represent the Davidson College Volleyball program in a professional, positive and energetic manner

Nice To Haves

Previous collegiate coaching experience preferred
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and basic computer skills is highly desired

Responsibilities

Assist in court and classroom instruction of women’s volleyball; coaching techniques and strategies; evaluate individual performances and provide leadership and instruction in areas of deficiencies as required.
Assist in the day-to-day practice plans and coordinating off-season conditioning and skill training.
Assist in planning and administering off-season physical training program; provide special training for individual team members as required.
Participate in comprehensive recruiting activities; coordinate efforts with Admissions Office to establish academic eligibility and arrange meetings between prospects and college officials; recommend individuals for scholarships.
Coordinate preparations for team travel and confirm all logistics for said travel.
Coordinate usage of College facilities for Women’s Volleyball team to include court preparation, athletic equipment, uniforms, meeting rooms and practice as needed.
Counsel team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters; consult with College personnel and faculty for resolution of problems as required.
Represent and coordinate volleyball program efforts at professional, civic, charity and alumni events.
Coordinate and assist in all fundraising activities and team banquets.
Ensure direct compliance with NCAA, Southern Conference, and Davidson College regulations and policies; ensure coaching staff’s adherence to NCAA and Davidson College athletics regulations, policies, and overall mission of amateurism.