Graduate Assistant : Women's Volleyball Coach

North Park University•Chicago, IL

5d•$3,000 - $3,000•Onsite

About The Position

North Park University is hiring a Women’s Volleyball Graduate Assistant Coach to assist with the daily operations of its women’s volleyball program. The assistantship begins in January 2027 and includes tuition remission, a partial meal plan, and a $3,000 stipend per semester. The coach will support the head coach with instruction, recruiting, practice and match planning, student-athlete academic success, relationship-building, and equipment management. Candidates must be accepted into a North Park University graduate program and demonstrate a personal commitment to the university’s Christian higher-education mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Acceptance into a North Park University graduate program.
Coaching and/or playing experience.
Thorough knowledge of collegiate volleyball.
Ability to work an untraditional schedule, including frequent evenings and weekends.
Ability to lift and move athletic equipment.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel with the team by vehicle or plane.
Clear understanding of and personal commitment to North Park’s mission of Christian higher education.

Responsibilities

Assist the head coach with the daily operations of the women’s volleyball program.
Analyze performance and instruct student-athletes in volleyball techniques and strategies for practices and competition.
Assist with all phases of recruiting in compliance with NCAA and CCIW requirements.
Plan and evaluate practices and matches, including video exchange and breakdown.
Support student-athletes’ academic success by monitoring academic performance, attendance, and social behavior.
Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and the campus community.
Manage equipment usage.
Complete other duties assigned by the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach, Assistant Vice President for Athletics, and Associate and Assistant Athletic Directors.