Beach Volleyball Coach

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is seeking a Beach Volleyball Coach to assist with coaching the Beach Volleyball program and supervise Beach Volleyball activities. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field and at least four years of professional coaching experience.

The successful candidate will work with the Court Volleyball team seasonally and ensure compliance with NCAA rules. The position is full-time and located within the Athletics Department, reporting to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field with a minimum of four years professional coaching experience in respective sport.
• Must adhere to NCAA and conference rules and policies.
• Must understand sports rules and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach student athletes in Beach Volleyball and related activities.
• Supervise team scheduling and disciplinary standards.
• Instruct on physical health, team concepts, and safety; design instructions for individuals or team needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching

Team supervision

Sports rules knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Requisition: 202600027ES

Title: Beach Volleyball Coach

FLSA status: Exempt

Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Department: Athletics

Division: Office of the President

Open Date: 08/10/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field with a minimum of four years professional coaching experience in respective sport. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position: Serves as assistant coach to the Court Volleyball team and supervises Beach Volleyball activities.

Primary Responsibilities: The primary duty of this position is teaching/coaching student athletes to perform in Beach Volleyball. Responsible for but not limited to the following duties: Standard and accepted duties of coaching in various athletic activities. Included as typical coaching duties are team supervision and scheduling. Maintains team discipline and moral standard at all times and on special assignments. Teaches, tutors, instructs or lectures student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of their sport. Instructs student athletes in the areas of physical health, team concepts, and safety; designs instructions for individual or team needs. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications: Must have thorough understanding of sports rules, compliance regulations and conference recruiting rules and policies. May be required to teach in an academic program at the discretion of the Director of Athletics. Expected to develop an appropriate rapport with community and University personnel. Must be knowledgeable of all NCAA and conference rules. Must adhere to NCAA and conference bylaws. Must be supportive of institutional compliance and academic programs. Must report all NCAA and conference violations to proper personnel.

Employment at will serving at the pleasure of the Head Coach and the Athletic Director. Evaluation of performance is based broadly on employee’s contributions to the team’s performance.

This position will have oversight of the Beach Volleyball team while working seasonally with our Court Volleyball team. The position will transition to Beach Volleyball as directed by NCAA and Conference schedules and timelines.

This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Full Time Part Time: Full Time

Quicklink: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48195

EEO Statement: Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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