Head Volleyball Coach

University of North Florida•Jacksonville, FL

12d•$85,000

About The Position

The Head Volleyball Coach, under the direction of the Athletic Director, plays an integral role in the design, development, implementation and interpretation of departmental processes and/or programs. The Head Volleyball Coach's primary responsibility is the coaching and instruction of the sport of Indoor Volleyball. Approximately 60% of the Coach's responsibility is dedicated to the instruction of Volleyball through on-court training and classroom training through the use of video and other teaching techniques. Approximately 40% of the Coach's responsibility is recruiting and other administrative duties. The Head Volleyball Coach is responsible for directing the activities related to the Indoor Volleyball program, to include coaching, planning, organizing, recruiting, and adherence to budgets and rules as defined by UNF, ASUN Conference, and the NCAA.

Requirements

Master's and 2+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.
Must have demonstrated ability to lead and direct a sports program
Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Good oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Coaching experience at the Division I level is preferred along with collegiate playing experience.

Responsibilities

Coach student-athletes in Volleyball at UNF.
Use working knowledge of skills to prepare game and practice plans to benefit the growth of the student-athlete in their chosen sport.
Assist and encourage student-athletes in their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence.
Oversee the academic progress of the student-athletes in conjunction with the Academic Advisor.
Counsel all student-athletes as needed in academic, disciplinary and personal matters.
Maintains adherence to college sport regulations, policy and accreditation procedures and follow UNF, ASUN, and NCAA rules and regulations in all aspects of running the program
Oversee and direct recruitment of student athletes on behalf of the athletic program.
Organize, plan and conduct team practices and games.
Scout prospective athletes at various sporting events.
Represent UNF in professional, civic, and charity and alumni events.
Serve as program's contact for administrators in regards to budget, rules compliance, and other duties customarily designed with a Head Coach.
Adheres to all institution, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
Reports all known NCAA violations in accordance with institutional, conference, and NCAA policies and guidelines.
Supervision of assistant coaches, volunteer coaches, managers, and other personnel employed to help manage the program.
Responsible for establishing team guidelines and policies and adherence to NCAA, Conference and University policy and procedures.
Ability to adhere to and interpret the rules and regulations of the NCAA, State University System, and the University.
Responsible for planning, directing, developing and implementing the Indoor Volleyball program.
Gathers and analyzes data from student records which must be submitted to the NCAA, SUS, The Conference, or University officials protecting the anonymity of the student-athlete where possible.
Monitors academic progress of individual student-athletes who have given written permission for such action.