Assistant Volleyball Coach

Columbia College • Columbia, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will assist the head coach with all facets of the intercollegiate women's volleyball program as it trains and competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference of the NAIA. The assistant coach must be able to perform a wide variety of tasks in the office and gym and help foster an environment within the program conducive to learning, competing, and personal growth for the student-athletes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Must have at least one (1) year of volleyball coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Must have organization, inventory and record-keeping skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours which may include early/late hours, occasional weekends, and the ability to travel multiple days in a row.
• Must have a valid SC Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be qualified to operate, willing and able to safely drive 12 or 15-passenger vans.
• Must pass a background check.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists the head coach during practices with the technical instruction regarding the skills needed in the sport of volleyball.
• Assists in the planning, organizing and implementing of practices.
• Assists the Head Coach in building a cohesive and competitive program.
• Assists in supervising and monitoring student-athletes’ academic performance.
• Abides by the rules and regulations of the NAIA and Appalachian Athletic Conference.
• Responsible for assisting the head coach with recruiting of student athletes.
• Responsible for taking a leadership role in the athletic program.
• Assists the department with athletic issues as needed.
• Responsible for the day-to-day duties of student managers; including equipment management, the set-up and tear down of equipment, jersey laundry and storage, and miscellaneous practice requirements such as score keeping, time keeping, or drill preparation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level