Head Men's Volleyball Coach--Metro

Fairleigh Dickinson University; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ, seeks a Head Men’s Volleyball Coach to lead an NCAA Division I intercollegiate program under the direction of the Director of Athletics and the Rothman Center. The role includes supervising assistants, teaching skill development, and recruiting within NCAA guidelines.

The position requires three years of intercollegiate or high school coaching experience, knowledge of Division I rules, and a commitment to student-athlete academic progress.

Qualifications

• Three years experience as a Men's Volleyball coach at the intercollegiate or high school levels.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations a plus.
• Commitment to support the academic progress and development of student-athletes.
• Evidence of recruiting success in designated sport programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a First Aid and CPR certification or obtain them during the 90 day Introductory Period.
• Willingness to travel and work varied hours including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record per university policy.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct an intercollegiate program at the Division I level.
• Supervise Assistant Coaches and refine sport-specific skill development for student-athletes.
• Recruit qualified student-athletes within NCAA Division I guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA rules and university policies.

Skills

Coaching experience

NCAA rules knowledge

Recruiting success

Communication skills

First Aid/CPR certified

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

Job description

Status

Full-Time

Months Worked

12 Month

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Athletics and the Rothman Center, the Head Men's Volleyball Coach is responsible for organizing and conducting an intercollegiate athletic program at the Division I level. The program shall be conducted under the rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Division I, the Northeast Conference, and the University. The incumbent is also responsible for supervising Assistant Coaches; teaching, evaluating and refining sport specific skill development for student-athletes; and recruitment of qualified student-athletes within the university and NCAA Division I guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Three years experience as a Men's Volleyball coach at the intercollegiate or high school levels, and highly competitive personal playing experience.


• Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations a plus.


• Commitment to support the academic progress and development of student-athletes.


• Evidence of recruiting success in (*insert designated sport) programs.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Must have a First Aid and CPR certification or obtain them during the 90 day Introductory Period. National Red Cross certification preferred.


• Willingness to travel and work varied hours including evenings and weekends.


• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with the university's Motor Vehicle policy. A MVC check will be required at the time of hire and thereafter as deemed appropriate by the university. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the MVC check.


• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Posting Date

08/26/2026

Application Types Accepted

Application for Employment

Supplemental Questions

This position provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes: employee tuition grant, health/dental/RX/vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, employer paid life insurance and long term disability benefits, as well as various voluntary benefits including but not limited to supplemental life insurance, commuter benefits, long term care, and FSA / HSA .