Head Coach - Women's Volleyball
Description
Lead NCAA Division I Volleyball program by recruiting and developing qualified student-athletes, supervising assistant coaches and organizing schedules. The head coach must conduct the program in a manner that recognizes the primacy of academics by recruiting, supporting and retaining student-athletes who will uphold Holy Cross’ high academic tradition.
The head coach must ensure that the Volleyball program operates in compliance with all College, Patriot League and NCAA rules and regulations.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Provides leadership to team that achieves academic and athletic success on a consistent basis. Head coach monitors academic progress; develops training programs that are safe and effective for student-athletes; schedules games and practices in accordance with College policies; coordinates travel arrangements; oversees selection of team equipment and apparel; coordinates video analysis; develops game strategies; completes reports; and maintains records as required.
- Collaborates with sport administrator and/or Director of Athletics to develop annual goals for program. Communicates program’s needs and concerns responsibly and in timely manner.
- Coordinates recruitment of student-athletes. Head coach identifies talented, academically qualified prospective student-athletes; effectively communicates with high school coaches, prospects and parents; and supports key applicants within admissions and financial aid offices.
- Provides individualized and team instruction
- Responsible for administration of all phases of the program, including monitoring team budget, completing expense reports, and conducting sports camps and/or clinics.
- Oversees operational activities of assistant coaches and prepares annual evaluations for direct reports.
- Participates in marketing and fundraising initiatives. Engages in special events to generate interest within the College community, alumni, and region.
- Performs other duties as assigned by sport supervisor and/or Director of Athletics.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Prior experience supervising assistant coaches and other staff members
- Previous coaching experience required, preferably at the Division I level.
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills required.
- Computer and video editing skills strongly encouraged.
Core Competencies
- Organizational and leadership savvy; must be able to lead on all aspects for managing one or more athletic programs
- Encourages professional development and leadership skills in role as supervision of assistant coaches.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Flexibility and reliability - position requires travel work on nights and weekends.
- Understands risk management and works in conjunction with Sports Medicine and Strength and Conditioning personnel to uphold health and safety standards in the conduct of all activities.
- Strong teamwork and team facilitation.
- Supports departmental efforts through collaborative measures and sharing knowledge with others.
- Understands, values, and respects diversity within the team and fosters an inclusive and supportive environment.
Disclaimer
The description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned.
Additional Information
The Head Coach, Women's Volleyball is a full-time, exempt position. The College is committed to providing competitive market pay for its employees. The College also offers a competitive benefits package for full-time staff, including:
- 403(b) Retirement plan
- Tuition & Education benefits
- Wellness programs & ongoing Training and Development opportunities
- Generous paid time
The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action in the workplace.
The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. Please contact Merrilee Grenier, Senior Associate Director of Employee Relations and Legal Compliance, for questions or to request an accommodation via email at [email protected], or by calling 508-793-3957.
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Any candidate wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to their resume. In your cover letter please address how your work might support the College's commitment to inclusive excellence. Please provide examples of how you have integrated diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into your past work. For more information, please click here.
Review of applications will begin as received and continue until the position has been filled.