Head Men's Volleyball Coach

Loras College•Dubuque, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversee all aspects of the volleyball program within the guidelines set forth by Loras College, The College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin and the National Collegiate Athletic Association--Division III intercollegiate volleyball program. Essential Functions Statement(s) Given that the College is a diocesan Catholic college, will carry out your functions of your position in support of the College's Catholic Identity, mission and in support of Church teachings. Oversee the identification, evaluation, and recruitment of potential volleyball student-athletes. Monitors the academic progress of each volleyball student-athlete in the program. Coordinates the physical development of each student-athlete through appropriate condition, strength, and practice sessions. Recruits, hires and evaluates all assistant volleyball coaches. Directs and monitors the duties of the program's assistant coaches. It is accessible to the media, alumni, boosters, and public to publicize and promote the program, in coordination with the Director of Athletic Communication. Advises and counsels student-athletes academically, athletically, and socially. Fiscally responsible for all areas of the men's volleyball budget and recruiting, including budget proposal, accounting, and expenditure. Recommends and oversee the purchase of new volleyball equipment, supplies, and uniforms. Represents the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) meetings. Assists in the coordination of travel arrangements for road trips. Oversee the development of the game schedule with the Director of Athletics. Serves as director of men's volleyball operations. Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the College's Catholic tradition. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
Five years of collegiate coaching experience.
Skilled in the use of a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of computer and Internet applications to recruiting systems and data management.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of collegiate volleyball.
Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association--Division III and the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin as they pertain to collegiate volleyball.
Demonstrated success in coaching volleyball and recruiting quality student-athletes.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the techniques, fundamentals and drills associated with volleyball.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, colleagues, student-athletes, and subordinates.
Ability to analyze strengths and weaknesses of the volleyball program and develop problem-solving solutions.
Possess high energy levels, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.
Good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to represent the philosophy of Loras College to alumni, members of the Loras community, the media, and prospective students.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the identification, evaluation, and recruitment of potential volleyball student-athletes.
Monitors the academic progress of each volleyball student-athlete in the program.
Coordinates the physical development of each student-athlete through appropriate condition, strength, and practice sessions.
Recruits, hires and evaluates all assistant volleyball coaches.
Directs and monitors the duties of the program's assistant coaches.
Publicize and promote the program, in coordination with the Director of Athletic Communication.
Advises and counsels student-athletes academically, athletically, and socially.
Fiscally responsible for all areas of the men's volleyball budget and recruiting, including budget proposal, accounting, and expenditure.
Recommends and oversee the purchase of new volleyball equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
Represents the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) meetings.
Assists in the coordination of travel arrangements for road trips.
Oversee the development of the game schedule with the Director of Athletics.
Serves as director of men's volleyball operations.
Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the College's Catholic tradition.
Performs related duties as assigned.