Men's Volleyball Assistant Coach

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach assists with oversight of the day-to-day functions of the men's volleyball team and fulfills responsibilities assigned by the Head Coach. The coach supports team practices, training sessions, competitions, student-athlete development, recruiting, program administration, and compliance with institutional and governing body rules. The role requires collaboration with athletics staff, faculty, and campus partners, as well as attendance at departmental meetings, professional development activities, and required training. The coach works in office settings, athletic facilities, outdoor fields, and during extensive team travel. Duties may involve prolonged standing and walking, demonstrating athletic skills, and supervising student-athletes during practices and competitions. The coach must work in varying weather conditions and maintain focus and sound judgment in high-pressure competitive environments. Travel may require use of a personal or university vehicle, subject to driving approval and related requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 1 year of experience as a coach at the high school or collegiate level.
Strong leadership experience.
Working knowledge of the sport’s rules, techniques, strategies, and safety practices.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet institutional driving requirements, if applicable.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to understand, speak, and write English to communicate and correspond professionally.
Public communication skills to represent Liberty University professionally to business and community customers and associates.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Ability to reason, analyze information and events, exercise judgment, and solve routine and complex problems.
Ability to travel occasionally to local and campus locations.
Ability to sit for extended periods, hear and speak effectively, and occasionally stand, walk, and climb stairs.
Ability to handle materials, reach overhead, kneel, or stoop.
May require lifting and carrying athletic equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
When driving for the position, proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Current first aid, CPR, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain certification within a specified period after hire.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting team practices, training sessions, and competitions.
Provide instruction in individual and team skill development.
Evaluate student-athlete performance and assist in developing improvement plans.
Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and leadership among student-athletes.
Assist in monitoring academic progress and supporting student-athlete success.
Identify and evaluate prospective student-athletes.
Assist with recruiting visits, communications, and recruitment events.
Maintain recruiting records and documentation in accordance with institutional and governing body requirements.
Represent the institution positively when interacting with prospects, families, coaches, and community members.
Assist with scheduling, travel arrangements, equipment management, and game-day operations.
Maintain inventory and ensure proper care of equipment and facilities.
Support budget management and purchasing processes as assigned.
Assist with camps, clinics, fundraising, and community engagement activities.
Ensure compliance with institutional, conference, and governing body rules and regulations.
Promote a safe environment for student-athletes and staff, and report compliance concerns, injuries, or safety issues through appropriate channels.
Work collaboratively with athletics staff, faculty, and campus partners.
Assist with supervision of student managers, graduate assistants, student workers, interns, and others as assigned.
Attend departmental meetings, professional development activities, and required training.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletics Administration.