Women's Volleyball Assistant Coach

Description

Women's Volleyball Assistant Coach

Stephens College is seeking an individual for the position of assistant volleyball coach. This is a part time,10-month stipend position that is approximately 15-20 hours per week during the season and 10-15 hours per week during the offseason.

Reports To: Director of Athletics & Head Volleyball Coach

Volleyball Responsibilities:

• Help head volleyball coach in administering all aspects of the volleyball program, including but not limited to: designing and conducting practice in accordance with the NAIA's 24-week rule, preparing for competition, arranging transportation and meals, maintaining inventory of uniforms and equipment, monitoring academic progress, collaborating with other assistants (volunteer or student)

• Provide fundamental and advanced instruction of volleyball skills, conditioning, and philosophy.

• Assist the head volleyball coach in actively recruiting qualified student-athletes who have an interest in one of the College's academic programs; appropriately communicate prospective student-athlete information to Admissions and Financial Aid; recruitment and retention of student-athletes are both key aspects of the position.

• Help cultivate and maintain relationships with student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, club/high school/junior college coaches, media, and parents.

• Mentor student-athletes with regards to life skills and preparation for life after their sport and college

• Represent Stephens College in a manner compliant and consistent with its ideals, the American Midwest Conference, and the NAIA Champions of Character program.

Working Conditions:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed inside under normal office conditions and the employee may be exposed to varying temperatures and dust.

• Reaching/handling up to 25 lbs.

• Climbing/balancing body weight.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request regarding the work environment and physical demands to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

• Evidence of successful playing or coaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.

• Working knowledge and application of NAIA rules and regulations

• Strong skills in communication, organization, multi-tasking, efficiency, and customer service.

• Ability to work with a diverse constituency including students, parents, coaches, faculty, staff, administrators, and outside contacts.

• Must meet and maintain Stephens Driver Qualification and Vehicle Safety Policy.

• A supportive interest in the mission of the College.

Founded in 1833, Stephens College is the second-oldest women's college in the United States, dedicated to providing innovative, experiential, and career-focused education across various disciplines. Located in Columbia, Missouri, Stephens College continues to be a leader in women's education, fostering a community where students are empowered to lead, innovate, and excel. The college also provides flexible, co-educational master's degrees and certificates for working professionals, and is home to a co-educational Conservatory for the Performing Arts.

Ranked (over and over again) as one of the best college towns in America, Columbia, Missouri, is home to 36,000+ college students and 118,000 residents. Columbia - conveniently located approximately 100 miles from both Kansas City and St. Louis - has it all: big-time college sports, film, music and arts festivals, a high-energy arts community, amazing recreation, and a great downtown with lots of places to eat, shop, snack and check out the latest bands. The Columbia community offers outstanding health care options, as well as excellent educational opportunities for every level of student (including our own Children's School).

Stephens offers an attractive benefits package that includes health insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental Retirement Annuity, Faculty/Staff Grants, tuition waivers and tuition paid undergraduate classes for dependents.

Stephens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit and employ qualified personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

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