Assistant Men's Volleyball Coach

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking an Assistant Coach to lead position-specific training, develop players, and assist in opponent film breakdown. The role includes summer camp administration, in-game management, equipment maintenance, and serving as an academic and sports performance liaison.

You will oversee program community outreach, maintain daily schedules, participate in alumni and fundraising events, and support overall program organization while upholding NCAA rules and the Jesuit

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Two years of collegiate coaching experience in the designated sport.
• Understanding NCAA rules and Jesuit mission.

Responsibilities

• Position-specific and systematic training and player development.
• Assists in the preparation of opponent film breakdown.
• Summmer camp organization and administration.
• In-game and visiting team management.
• Equipment maintenance.
• Academic liaison and sports performance liaison.
• Oversee program community outreach/service.
• Maintain daily team schedule and team outreach.
• Participate in alumni/fundraising events.
• Assist in overall program management and organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Training planning

Film breakdown

Recruiting

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Volleyball software

Job description

Position Details

• Job Title: ASSISTANT COACH
• Position Number: 8101474
• Work Modality: Fully In-Person
• Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?: No
• Job Category: University Staff
• Job Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
• Department Name: ATHLETICS
• Location Code: ATHLETICS - GENERAL PROGRAM (03300A)
• Is this split and/or fully grant funded?: No
• Supervisory Responsibilities: No
• Required operation of university owned vehicles: Yes
• Physical Demands: Lifting, Carrying, Standing
• Working Conditions: Irregular Hours
• Open Date: 11/13/2026
• Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $65,000/ann
• Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $45,000/ann

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Responsible for position specific and systematic training and player development.
• Assists in the preparation of opponent film breakdown.
• Shares responsibility for summer camp organization and administration.
• Responsible for in-match and game day management, as well as visiting team management.
• Responsible for equipment maintenance.
• Serves as team academic liaison and sports performance liaison.
• Oversee all aspects of program community outreach/service.
• Responsible for maintaining daily team schedule and team outreach.
• Participates in team alumni/Fundraising events.
• Assists in overall management and organization of the program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• Two years of collegiate coaching experience in designated sport required. Understanding of and compliance with NCAA rules and regulations and commitment to the mission of Jesuit higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• An ability to draw upon coaching / playing experience and contribute to technical training as well as in match tactical adjustments.
• Ability to adjust and accommodate to differing techniques in a diverse and positive learning environment.
• Good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience in recruiting

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

None

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills along with knowledge of volleyball software systems.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes -including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

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