Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Illinois is looking for an Adjunct Faculty Volleyball Coach to support the Head Coach in player development, recruitment, and team management. Responsibilities include conducting practices, assisting during games, and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for student-athletes. The ideal candidate will have coaching experience and a passion for developing young talent. This position offers competitive pay on a part-time basis.

Qualifications

• One year of volleyball coaching experience at various levels.
• Collegiate level playing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NJCAA/NCAA/NAIA rules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting team practice and conditioning programs.
• Support individual players in skill development.
• Participate in recruitment of new players.

Skills

Coaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Category: Adjunct Faculty • Department: Athletics • Location: Des Plaines, IL • Posted: Jan 28, 2026 • Closes: Open Until Filled • Type: Coaches • Position ID: 196813

About Oakton College: Educate. Empower. Transform

At Oakton College, we know education changes lives — and that starts with the people who make it happen. For more than 50 years, we have built a welcoming and inclusive community where students from all backgrounds and experiences thrive. We provide dynamic learning environments that empower students and employees alike with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie and a Health Careers Education Center in Evanston. Oakton is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and values diverse perspectives, innovation, equity, and lifelong learning.

Job Description

Basic Function and Responsibility:

Under direct supervision, provide support to the Head Women\'s Volleyball Coach and the volleyball program through match coaching, player and team skill development, and recruitment and retention of academically and athletically prepared students. Support activities of the volleyball program within the rules and guidelines of the NJCAA, the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference and the college. Demonstrate a sound and committed educational philosophy for holistic student development including academic, athletic and personal growth. Support the mission and philosophy of the college.

Responsibilities

1. Assist the Head Coach in planning and conducting in-season and off-season team practice and conditioning programs.
2. Assist the Head Coach and players during game play.
3. Assist individual players in volleyball skill development through skills training and weight and conditioning training.
4. Assist in the identification and recruitment of new players to the program, including travel to regional high school and club volleyball events and showcases.
5. Assist in the scheduling of volleyball practices and matches, including arranging transportation, driving a team vehicle, securing funds for travel, and making travel arrangements.
6. Represent the Athletic Department and the Women\'s Volleyball program on college committees or task forces and at college events and/or other public meetings.
7. Communicate as necessary with other Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference and NJCAA Region IV Volleyball Coaches.
8. Participate in Athletic Coaches professional development including annual training in NJCAA regulations, CPR, AED usage, Blood Born Pathogen, Exercise Induced Asthma and use of Epi-Pen.
9. Secure and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR/AED as required.
10. Assist the Athletic Department in the academic support of student athletes, including the collection of academic progress reports.
11. Perform other job duties as assigned.

Supervision

Supervision Received: Administrative supervision is received from the Senior Manager of Athletics and direct supervision is received from the Head Women\'s Volleyball Coach.

Supervision Exercised: Functional supervision exercised of the Women\'s Volleyball team members, managers and student employees.

Requirements

1. An associate\'s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; a bachelor\'s degree is preferred.
2. One year of volleyball coaching experience as a head or assistant coach at the college, high school, club or travel team levels; collegiate coaching experience preferred.
3. Collegiate level playing experience preferred.
4. Knowledge of NJCAA/NCAA/NAIA rules and regulations is preferred.
5. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning and leadership skills; positive role model for young adults.
6. Ability to work independently in an unstable and chaotic environment is desired.
7. Valid Class "D" driver\'s license required.
8. Work performed in different environments including interior/office work areas, gymnasiums and outdoor areas.
9. Work will require significant physical effort associated with coaching and teaching volleyball skills and techniques; lifting and movement of equipment up to 50 pounds.
10. Limited exposure to physical risk.
11. Regional travel required with occasional extended out-of-state travel for post-season competition.

References

Two volleyball-related references required.

Additional Information

Part-time faculty are paid on a lecture hour equivalents (LHE) basis. The 2025-26 rates are $1221/LHE for faculty without doctorates and $1294/LHE for faculty with doctorates or adjunct faculty librarians, with applicable variations. Part-time faculty advance one step within the salary schedule after successful completion of two fall and spring semesters with 3+ credit hours taught in each semester.

Applicants must be strong communicators and effective classroom facilitators who enjoy teaching in a student-centered environment. Oakton values candidates committed to working in a culturally competent environment and in promoting critical thinking and global citizenship. The College expects faculty to be professionally competent, have strong leadership qualities, participate in professional development, and engage in institutional and departmental service. Part-time faculty hires and assignments are coordinated by department chairs and are typically on a semester-by-semester basis.

Application Instructions

Required documents for a complete application file include a completed applicant questionnaire, cover letter, resume/cv, official transcripts for the hiring credential, and 2 original, signed recommendation letters or college placement/credential file. Interested applicants must submit their application, cover letter and resume/cv on the Oakton website. Please indicate the position code (PTVOL-26) on the cover letter. Recommendation letters may be submitted with original signatures or emailed from the reference. Transcripts may be submitted as official copies or PDFs. Transcripts and recommendation letters are required prior to appointment. Official transcripts and original letters of recommendation should be mailed to: Faculty Search PTVOL-26, c/o Department of Human Resources, Oakton College, 1600 E. Golf Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016. Oakton College conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with applicable laws. Postings may be removed when no additional applicants are required. Oakton College does not utilize E-Verify for employment eligibility verification.