University Women’s Head Volleyball Coach

BJU Staff•Greenville, SC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for leadership, direction, and oversight in all aspects of the women’s volleyball ball program in a manner that is consistent with the mission of the University. Secondary duties may be assigned based on the qualifications and experience of the personnel.

Requirements

Demonstrated excellence in organizing a competitively excellent volleyball program
Excellent communication skills
College coaching and/or playing experience preferred
Possess and communicate a Biblical worldview and integrate biblical principles into athletics
Bachelor’s degree required
Must be able to drive school cars/vans
Must have or be able to obtain current American Red Cross Standard First Aid certification or AHA Heartsaver First Aid certification
Must be able to attend to details and deadlines
Must be able to keep on task in the midst of surrounding activity and have several tasks ongoing simultaneously
Must be able to receive detailed information through oral and written communication
Must be able to demonstrate and teach skills and techniques to collegiate level student-athletes
Must have a servant's heart and an understanding of both the privilege and responsiblity before the Lord inherent in this position
An applicant for a position in the Bob Jones University group — Bob Jones University, Bob Jones Academy or BJU Press — must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc.
Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support the group’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc.
Employees are to be active members of a local Bible-believing church which holds orthodox theology.
Whether in the classroom, online, through student activities, or through the preparation of educational materials for Christian schools and homeschool families, applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world-class education from a biblical worldview that prepares them for a lifetime of service for Jesus Christ.

Nice To Haves

master’s preferred

Responsibilities

Oversight of the entire volleyball program which includes athlete recruitment, player development, coaching staff development, management of equipment, and delegation of responsibilities to other staff
Scheduling of practices, scrimmages and games in cooperation with the Athletic Director and his/her designee
Give instruction, direction and oversight to athletes for pre-season, in-season, and off-season conditioning and skill development
Preparation and oversight of team budget in cooperation with the Athletic Director’s office as to stay within budget each fiscal year
Participate in the recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes who will thrive in the academic environment an spiritual atmosphere of BJU even when required to miss occasional classes and on-campus events due to team travel.
Coordination of travel plans and supervision of student athletes for away events
Team preparation including game strategy from beginning of the season through the last game, including tournaments qualified for in the NCCAA
Commitment to established NCCAA and University rule compliance as well as ethical standards of behavior, keeping current on all policies especially as they apply to eligibilty and finances
Represent women's volleyball at appropriate NCCAA Coaches' meetings and conferences
Maintain team roster and annual competition schedule in compliance with NCCAA and University regulations
Maintain positive Christ-honoring relationships with his/her athletes and have their physical and spiritual welfare uppermost in his/her consideration at all times
This position also requires travel and overnight stays for competitions
Maintain regular posted office hours to be available to athletes and coworkers
Engage in professional development activities
Attend required meetings (including chapel, faculty/staff meetings, and convocations)
Adhere to guidelines outlined in the Academic and Faculty/Staff Handbooks
Communicate the religious beliefs of BJU to students and student affiliates
Answers questions concerning faith, doctrine and creed of BJU to constituents, students, or those inquiring about BJU