Head Women's Volleyball Coach

Marist University•Poughkeepsie, NY

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletics Department at Marist University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month position as Women's Head Volleyball Coach. This position will report to the Director of Athletics. The Women's Head Volleyball Coach is responsible for leading all phases of the program in accordance with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, MAAC and Marist University. The Head Coach’s responsibilities include but are not limited to: recruiting qualified student-athletes who can compete in a highly selective academic environment, coaching, hiring and managing assistant coaches, scheduling of games, supporting the academic progress of student-athletes; preparing and managing the budget; scheduling and conducting practice sessions; and, implementing strategies for developing and motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher
3-5 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level
Driver's license with no serious convictions

Nice To Haves

Master's degree

Responsibilities

Recruiting qualified student-athletes who can compete in a highly selective academic environment
Coaching
Hiring and managing assistant coaches
Scheduling of games
Supporting the academic progress of student-athletes
Preparing and managing the budget
Scheduling and conducting practice sessions
Implementing strategies for developing and motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels
Evaluation and recruitment of qualified student-athletes with the potential for academic and athletic success.
Oversee the plan for each volleyball season, including competitive schedule and practices, i.e., scheduling facilities, administration of practice schedule, overseeing travel arrangements for away competition, and any necessary communication with officials.
Ensure compliance of the program with all NCAA, MAAC and Marist University rules, regulations, and policies.
Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches and other staff as assigned.
Direct and coordinate the activities of assistant coaches in recruiting, team management and practice and game planning.
Manage operating budget.
Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds.
Assist as needed to raise funds to support the volleyball program and Department.
Take part in scheduled compliance education sessions.
Attend and participate, in full regalia, the undergraduate commencement ceremonies at the end of each academic year.

Benefits

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package.
Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:
3 weeks of paid vacation.
4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
Unlimited paid sick time.
14+ paid holidays per year.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
Life insurance.
Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter. Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26. University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution. Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.