Assistant Coach, Volleyball

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago’s Department of Athletics & Recreation seeks a dedicated volleyball coach to assist with planning, coaching, recruiting, and promoting an NCAA Division III program under university standards.

You will implement instructional and conditioning programs, analyze performance and film, and contribute to travel and budgeting efforts while upholding NCAA rules and developing student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2–5 years of related coaching or teaching experience.
• NCAA and University rules familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills to student-athletes during practices and games.
• Evaluate performance to guide technical and strategic development.
• Analyze data and film to develop game strategies.
• Assist with recruiting planning and travel arrangements.
• Help ensure NCAA and University rules compliance.

Skills

Coaching Volleyball

Communication skills

NCAA rules knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department CSL ATH: Volleyball

About the Department With a rich and storied history, the University of Chicago’s Department of Athletics & Recreation endeavors to serve the broad range of fitness, physical recreation, and athletic needs of the University of Chicago community. The Department sponsors 20 intercollegiate teams and 570 student‑athletes in various varsity sports. The Department sponsors more than 40 club sports and a diverse intramural sports program in which approximately 8,500 students participate each year. Numerous open recreation opportunities are provided in the two indoor facilities as well as the outdoor fields, courts, and running track. On an average day, approximately 2,100 students, faculty and staff use the athletic and recreational facilities on campus.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the head coach, assists with planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting an athletics program within NCAA Division III and University standards. Recommends, plans, and implements new instructional, training, and conditioning programs.

Responsibilities

• Teaches relevant skills to student‑athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions.
• Evaluates the performance of the team and individual student‑athletes in order to instruct and advise on technical, strategic, and mental development.
• Analyzes data and evaluates film in order to develop, implement, and teach game strategies.
• Run team social media channels to promote UChicago Volleyball to recruits, parents, families, etc.
• Counsels and advises student‑athletes, consulting with the head coach and/or other appropriate University staff as necessary.
• Participates in the development and implementation of an overall recruiting plan, assisting in recruiting highly selective prospects.
• Ensures student‑athletes and athletics representatives are informed of and comply with NCAA and University rules and regulations.
• Assists with developing and monitoring the budget.
• Assists in developing and implementing travel plans.
• All coaches perform secondary duties within the department. Secondary duties may include: event management, assisting with facility rentals, intramural supervision, etc. Those responsibilities will be determined and assigned based on departmental needs.
• Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent‑student meetings.
• Helps staff to plan and execute events.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Certifications: ---

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Two years of significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in Volleyball at the professional, collegiate, or high school level.
• Certifications: Driver’s license.
• Technical Knowledge or Skills: Proficient in computer skills. Microsoft Office and other software.
• Preferred Competencies: Excellent communication skills. Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy. Excellent verbal and written communication. Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.

Job Family Academic Affairs Role Impact

Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required Yes Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $40,000.00 - $46,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits

• Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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About the University

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