Volleyball Program Catalyst: Assistant Coach

AVCA; Notre Dame (IN); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, IN, is seeking an Assistant Volleyball Coach to support a successful NCAA Division III program. This full-time, 10-month position works closely with the Head Coach to develop student-athletes academically and athletically while upholding college values.

You will assist with recruiting, practice planning, game preparation, player development, and program administration, serving as a positive representative of the Athletics Department and the College.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Understanding of NCAA Division III rules and regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to successfully complete the NCAA Division III Rules Test.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, student-athletes, faculty, and staff.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and positive student-athlete experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head Coach to develop and implement all aspects of a successful NCAA Division III athletics program.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Coach and teach sport-specific skills during practices and competitions.
• Coordinate player development through skill enhancement and individualized instruction.
• Assist with practice planning, game strategy, scouting, and video analysis.
• Analyze game film and statistical data to improve individual and team performance.
• Conduct pre-season, in-season, and post-season player evaluations.
• Assist with recruiting academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and encourage academic excellence.
• Coordinate administrative responsibilities including team travel, food orders, equipment, apparel inventory, and purchasing.
• Maintain NCAA, MIAA, and institutional compliance while working with the Athletics Compliance Director.
• Maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Demonstrate professionalism and serve as a mandatory reporter in accordance with College policy.
• Perform additional Athletics Department duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, IN, is seeking an Assistant Volleyball Coach to support a successful NCAA Division III program. This full-time, 10-month position works closely with the Head Coach to develop student-athletes academically and athletically while upholding college values.

You will assist with recruiting, practice planning, game preparation, player development, and program administration, serving as a positive representative of the Athletics Department and the College.