Assistant Womens Volleyball Coach

Northern Michigan University; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in collegiate athletics is seeking an Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach to support the Head Coach in all aspects of the Intercollegiate Volleyball Program. This role requires a strong commitment to the academic success of student-athletes and a solid understanding of NCAA compliance rules. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and have demonstrated successful volleyball playing or coaching experience. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering athletic excellence and personal growth among student-athletes, while enjoying a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience required.
• Successful volleyball playing or coaching experience at collegiate level.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Volleyball Coach with all duties of the Intercollegiate Volleyball Program.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA and conference rules.

Skills

Instructing

Oral and Written Communication

Time Management

Social Perceptiveness

Coordination

Monitoring

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Course work leading to a degree

Job description

Northern Michigan University | Marquette, MI 49855

Position Title:

Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach

Department:

Intercollegiate Athletics/Rec Sports

Term of Assignment:

Term

Term End Date, If Applicable:

March 31, 2026

FLSA Status:

Exempt = not eligible for overtime

Work Schedule:

Variable shift/variable days depending upon playing schedule, recruiting demands, and department events.

Salary:

$38,000

Travel:

10-25%

Brief Statement of Duties:

Assist the Head Volleyball Coach with all assigned duties associated with the Intercollegiate Volleyball Program.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education:

Course work leading to a degree

Certificate Discipline / Degree Area:

Required Specialized Training/Certifications: Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

NCAA learning portal proficiency, or passing within one month of hire.

Possess a current CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Required Minimum Work Experience:

Demonstrated successful volleyball playing experience at the collegiate or comparative level or coaching experience at the collegiate, comparative, or high school level.

No prior involvement with NCAA major rules violations.

Commitment to the academic success of student athletes.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties:

Knowledge:

Knowledge of NCAA and conference compliance rules.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Skills:

1. Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
2. Oral and Written Communication - Active listening, speaking, and writing which ensures comprehension and understanding in both the speaker and target audience.
3. Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
4. Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
5. Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
6. Monitoring - Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
7. Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Abilities:

1. The ability to organize effectively.
2. The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
3. The ability to come up with unusual or original ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
4. The ability to establish a good rapport and effective working relationship with student athletes, coaches, assistant coaches, administrators, college faculty and staff, alumni, professional colleagues, and the general public.
5. The ability to actively look for ways to help people.
6. The ability to work effectively under stressful and high-pressure situations.
7. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

Other Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit application, cover letter, resume, and references.

Contact Information:

Erica Nelson, Human Resources Generalist

Equal Employment Opportunity:

NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its employees.

Advertised: Feb 04 2025 Eastern Standard Time