Head Athletic Coach (Volleyball) (Richland)

Dallas College•Richland, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Athletic Coach provides leadership, coaching, mentorship, and program oversight for the volleyball program at the Richland campus. The role supports student-athlete development and ensures that the program operates safely, with integrity and in compliance with applicable rules and policies. Responsibilities combine coaching, recruitment, athletic operations, student support, and community engagement. This lead position provides technical and administrative support to athletes and fellow coaches. It coordinates activities and services that support student-athletes, develops training and community programs, oversees team operations, and contributes to the success and growth of the college’s athletic program. The role may also act as a team leader during an administrator’s absence and, in some instances, assist with coaching other sports. The position requires an associate degree and three years of experience, a current and valid Texas license, and the ability to work extended hours, including nights and weekends. Official transcripts are required. The position is on-site and has a 40-hour weekly schedule; it may require additional hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. workday.

Requirements

Associate degree.
Three years of experience.
Current and valid Texas license.
Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. workday, including nights and weekends.
Strong knowledge of sports activities.
Ability to guide and direct a sports program and coordinate game and practice scheduling with coaches.
Ability to determine time allocations for fields, courts, and the weight room.
Ability to develop, coordinate, train, and implement workshops and seminars, including sports skills classes, recognition events, classroom and community presentations, recruitment activities, and summer sports camps.
Ability to maintain related records and databases and provide information for decision-making and state and federal reporting.
Ability to prepare reports on each team’s status, successes, and shortcomings.
Ability to use computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate.
Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to interact with people from varied backgrounds.
Strong knowledge and experience providing effective customer service.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with colleagues, staff, and clients.
Official transcripts are required.
If driving a Dallas College vehicle, at least six years of driving experience and Dallas College approval are required; driving a vehicle designed for 16 or more passengers also requires a CDL and completion of Dallas College van training.
Ability to move and lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Regular and predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual ability.
A current and valid commercial driver’s license may be required for some positions.

Responsibilities

Coordinate college activities and student-athlete services to meet program objectives, including counseling or advising, teaching or tutoring, placement, assessment, mediation, evaluation, and interpretation.
Act as team leader during administrator absences and, in some instances, serve as an assistant coach in other sports.
Develop and coordinate athletic-related community programs that use campus facilities.
Organize and design training sessions consistent with NJCAA regulations and provide a safe, high-integrity environment for students and athletes.
Review forms and applications and recommend eligibility; verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Dallas College policies and applicable regulations.
Plan athletic activities, including practice and game-day assignments, and manage and supervise part-time staff, students, and volunteers.
Attend monthly staff meetings, quarterly Athletic Advisory Committee meetings, and Metro Athletic Conference Athletic Directors meetings.
Recruit prospective student-athletes from the college service area and beyond.
Develop forms, handouts, and brochures to publicize program services, and coordinate production and distribution activities.
Coordinate the program with existing college services.
Coordinate weekly statistical reports submitted to the NJCAA National Office.
Coordinate travel arrangements, including hotel and transportation scheduling.
Participate in periodic inventory of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
Assist with developing and monitoring team budget allocations, requisitioning equipment, supplies, and uniforms, and maintaining inventory.
Communicate and interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders and constituents across the Dallas College community.
Complete required Dallas College professional development hours each academic year; people leaders must also complete leadership development hours.
For people leader duties: exercise discretion and decision-making authority in staff recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring, coaching, development, and termination, consistent with organizational goals, budget constraints, and workforce planning.
For people leader duties: administer performance management, set expectations, conduct evaluations, and implement initiatives to improve employee engagement, motivation, and retention.
Perform other duties as assigned.