Assistant Coach - Men's Volleyball

Department: Athletics

Employment Type: Exempt, 11 month (0.66 FTE), Part -Time Staff (not to exceed 29 hours per week)

Salary Range: $22,500 - $24,500

Job Summary:
The assistant coach is responsible for supporting all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III men’s volleyball program. The assistant coach assists the head coach in student recruitment and retention; coaches student athletes and fosters their skill development; assists in coaching plans and implementation at practices and competitions; provides for students’ safety, health and wellbeing; complies with NCAA, and university policies; provides sound fiscal management; assists in equipment oversight, scheduling, travel planning, and summer camps; assists in off-season programs and athlete development; and assists in program communication and fundraising efforts with the Head Coach. The assistant coach will monitor/ support the student athlete academically when needed. The assistant coach will work with the head coach to build a shared vision, work collaboratively with the Office of Admissions, build and retain a diverse and talented team, foster good sportsmanship and a climate of respect, and provide an environment that supports students in achieving their athletic, academic and life goals

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in the daily operations of the program

• Recruit prospective athletes that fit the mission and culture of the program and University

• Organize and conduct on field coaching during practice and games

• Develop scouting reports

• Assist with administrative duties such as budgeting, scheduling, travel, equipment management, and inventory management

• Assist with field and facility maintenance

• Assist with program fundraising initiatives

• Assist with program community service opportunities

• Assist with program marketing and branding on social media

• Assist with uniform maintenance and laundry

• Assist in the development of camps for the recruitment of student-athletes

• Provide mentoring and support for student-athletes regarding academics, player, and leadership development

• Comply with all NCAA, conference, and university policies and regulations

• Secondary duties as assigned by athletic department

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Demonstrated leadership skills and effective communication and organizational skills

• An appreciation for the philosophy of the NCAA Division III

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and self-directed and motivated to advance Royals Men's Volleyball, the Athletic programs and the University

• Strong social emotional skills and a student centered approach to teaching and learning

• Must be able to work and relate well with the public, students, faculty and staff

• Strong program management skills with the ability to recruit and retain qualified and talented student athletes

• Cultural competency and diversity-oriented approach

• Working knowledge of new technology initiatives (enter sport specific items)

• Knowledge of and/or a capacity to learn current skill methodologies such as (enter sport specific skills)

• Basic competency in Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite required and/or a willingness and ability to learn and use these digital work, scheduling, and filing systems required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• Demonstrated effectiveness in playing and/or coaching volleyball is required

• Prior college or 2-4 years of high school coaching experience preferred

• College playing experience is preferred

• Preference will be given to candidates with prior recruiting experience

• Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience working with and developing hitters

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the University’s insurance

• First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred at time of application, and required as a condition of employment

Physical Requirements: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to work at a computer. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance, including prolonged periods of standing and moving during practices, games, meets, matches, and other competitions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.  The employee must be able to watch and analyze video of opposing teams. The employee must occasionally travel to meetings and conferences off campus, which may include some overnight travel. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Possibility of Supervision of Work Student Students

About Eastern Mennonite University

Eastern Mennonite University (http://www.emu.edu) is a private, faith-based, liberal arts university in Harrisonburg, Virginia known for academic excellence and affordability with a focus on service, social justice, and global engagement. With more than 1500 students studying at our main campus in Harrisonburg, Virginia; at our Lancaster, Pennsylvania instructional site; and online, EMU offers rigorous academic study at the undergraduate and graduate level.

EMU is committed to an inclusive and equitable campus community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and can be their authentic self. Our goal is to remove the barriers that underrepresented and marginalized groups have frequently encountered in our society. We commit to address the structures that produce discrimination, racial injustice, gender inequities and other forms of oppression, and to fully include LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other members of historically minoritized communities.

EMU encourages students, faculty and staff to live their faith and values through service to others, peacemaking, cross-cultural engagement and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMU is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who would deepen the diversity of the University.