Head Volleyball Coach

Hocking College; Nelsonville (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hocking College in Nelsonville, OH is seeking a Head Coach - Volleyball to lead our collegiate program. The coach will recruit student-athletes, plan practices, develop game strategy, monitor academics, manage travel, and ensure compliance with NJCAA rules.

This is a full-time role reporting to the Athletics Director and requiring strong leadership and community engagement. The successful candidate will contribute to program growth, mentor players, and uphold the college’s athletic standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area.
• One year of coaching experience at the high school or higher level.
• Graduate study or internship counted toward experience.
• Knowledge of NJCAA and Region 12 regulations is a plus.
• Ability to recruit and monitor academic progress.

Responsibilities

• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes and ensure timely submission of their academic records for admissions.
• Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NJCAA and Region 12 regulations.
• Coach team members individually and in groups, and oversee skill development or positions.
• Coordinate recruiting and team travel planning with the Athletic Director.
• Promote the program through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
• Monitor academic progress and ensure compliance with all rules by athletes and staff.
• Manage equipment, uniforms, and budget administration.

Skills

Coaching experience

Recruiting

Student-athlete mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

I. Position Purpose

This position reports to the Athletics Director. This is a professional coaching position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of affiliated national, regional, and state intercollegiate athletic associations, the NJCAA, and Hocking College. The Head Coach - Volleyball is responsible for coaching student athletes, recruiting, monitoring student athlete academic progress, scheduling, managing travel and overseeing the discipline, conduct, and image of the student athlete.

II. Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes and ensure timely submission of their
  academic records for admissions. Participate in recruitment and designation of student-
  athletes.
• Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NJCAA and Region 12
  regulations.
• Coach team members individually and in groups, and demonstrate game techniques.
  May manage a designated skill development area or group of positions.
• Actively participate in Volleyball related communities, including Discord channels and
  conference committees and communities
• Develop and recommend game strategy and position assignments.
• Monitor the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies, including accountability for
  expense control and administration of the sport’s budget.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director the planning of recruiting and team travel.
• Participate in the selection and fitting of team equipment.
• Promote the athletic program and specific sport through community events, public
  speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
• Ensure adherence to all Association, Conference, and College rules by athletes and
  supporting staff.
• Monitor academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans
  through appropriate staff when needed.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the
  image and reputation of the athletics program.

III. Qualifications - Education, Experience, and Skills

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in an appropriate
  area of specialization,
• One year of coaching experience at the high school or higher level.
• Successful experience as a graduate student or intern is acceptable for up to one year of
  the required experience.
• Additional education and/or experience may be required for certain sports.
• Related coaching experience at the professional level can be substituted for the degree
  requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).