Assistant Volleyball Coach - 001672

Inside Higher Ed; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Work/life balance resources

Job summary

A prominent university in North Carolina is seeking an Assistant Volleyball Coach for its intercollegiate athletics program. This role involves managing the volleyball team's operations, focusing on recruiting student-athletes, organizing practices and games, and ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. The successful candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least one year of coaching experience. This is a full-time, permanent position that offers a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without employment sponsorship.
• One year of club and/or collegiate coaching experience.
• Two years or more of collegiate coaching experience is preferred.
• Two years or more of collegiate coaching experience with demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of the overall operation of the volleyball program.
• Manage recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
• Organize practices, games, and community relations.

Skills

Coaching experience

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

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Assistant Volleyball Coach - 001672

Western Carolina University

Department: Office of Athletic Programs

About WCU: Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year. For example:

• 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
• 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list.
• 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list.
• 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package and other resources to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance.

Position Summary: The primary location of this position is the Cullowhee, NC campus. Assist in the coordination of the overall operation and management of the university’s intercollegiate athletics volleyball program, including but not limited to recruitment and retention of qualified student‑athletes, individual and team preparation, practice and game organization and coaching, scheduling, and alumni and community relations.

Comply with NCAA, the Southern Conference and University policies and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• One year of club and/or collegiate coaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years or more of collegiate coaching experience with demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Position Type: Permanent Full‑Time

Special Instructions to Applicants: Apply online. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Please include a cover letter, current resume, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three professional references with complete contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Karen Glover, Head Volleyball Coach at [phone].

AA/EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

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To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32501