Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach

Texas A&M University System•Kingsville, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The assistant volleyball coach assists the head volleyball coach in directing all activities of the volleyball program with in NCAA, LSC, TAMUK, and TAMUS policies, guidelines, and procedures, including recruiting potential student-athletes. The assistant volleyball coach is responsible for maintaining high academic standards to support the academic development and graduation of student-athletes while focused on student-athlete welfare.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two (2) years college coaching and recruiting experience or three (3) years of High School and College coaching experience.
Ability to hit and serve volleyballs.
Ability to run drills in practice.
Ability to stand for hours at a time for practices, camps, and matches.
Ability to move light, medium or heavy objects with assistance.
Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines
Knowledge, connections, and ability to recruit potential student-athletes.
Knowledge of the rules and regulations for NCAA DII volleyball
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to positively and professionally interact with student athletes and staff
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs
Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
Four (4) years of collegiate playing experience

Responsibilities

Assist in successfully directing the volleyball program to compete for LSC and NCAA II championships.
Assist in planning and direction of all practices, games, film review, and scouting reports.
Assist in the recruitment of student-athletes and maintaining a culture of personal accountability in student-athlete conduct.
Assist, as delegated by the Head Volleyball Coach, in preparing and managing the administrative functions of the volleyball program.
Assist in planning and direction of all travel.
Assist with summer camp preparation, including applications and staffing, as well as camp management and coaching.
Assist with coaching and running each summer camp session.
Assist in community engagement and donor relations by promoting the volleyball program within the priorities of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Assist, as delegated by the head volleyball coach, with all team fundraising initiatives.
Facilitate, foster, and maintain positive relationships within the campus and community.

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-Campus Wellness Opportunities: TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program Book scholarships
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month
8 hours of sick leave per month
8 hours of paid Birthday leave
12-15 paid holidays per year