Head Volleyball Coach

Job Description Summary

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for developing, organizing, and leading all aspects of the Women’s Volleyball program. This includes recruiting student-athletes, implementing training programs, and fostering an environment of academic and athletic excellence. The coach will play a vital role in building a competitive and successful program while ensuring student-athlete development aligns with the university’s mission. This position requires the head coach to maintain a minimum of 17 indoor volleyball only student-athletes on the varsity roster and to maintain a JV/reserve team roster with a minimum of 8 new recruited student-athletes. Additionally, the position will oversee a graduate assistant coach.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Develop and oversee all aspects of the Women’s Volleyball program, including:

  • Recruiting and evaluating prospective student-athletes
  • Designing and implementing training programs and practice sessions
  • Developing game strategies and play execution
  • Monitoring student-athlete academic progress and personal development
  • Creating a positive and structured environment for student-athletes

Job Description Summary

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for developing, organizing, and leading all aspects of the Women’s Volleyball program. This includes recruiting student-athletes, implementing training programs, and fostering an environment of academic and athletic excellence. The coach will play a vital role in building a competitive and successful program while ensuring student-athlete development aligns with the university’s mission. This position requires the head coach to maintain a minimum of 17 indoor volleyball only student-athletes on the varsity roster and to maintain a JV/reserve team roster with a minimum of 8 new recruited student-athletes. Additionally, the position will oversee a graduate assistant coach.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Develop and oversee all aspects of the Women’s Volleyball program, including:

  • Recruiting and evaluating prospective student-athletes
  • Designing and implementing training programs and practice sessions
  • Developing game strategies and play execution
  • Monitoring student-athlete academic progress and personal development
  • Creating a positive and structured environment for student-athletes

• Administrative responsibilities include:

  • Managing the program budget, equipment, and travel logistics
  • Scheduling competitions and coordinating team-related activities
  • Collaborating with athletic department staff for program advancement
  • Overseeing and mentoring a graduate assistant coach

• Engage in promotional and public relations efforts to build program visibility, including:

  • Assisting with fundraising initiatives to support the program
  • Representing the Department of Athletics at university and community events
  • Encouraging community service involvement among student-athletes

• Promote the University’s core values and build effective partnerships within the campus community

• Ensure clear communication and engagement with internal and external stakeholders

• Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for student-athletes, staff, and the university community

• Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of coaching techniques and strategies for volleyball
• Ability to recruit, develop, and motivate student-athletes
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to create game plans and implement competitive strategies
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proficiency in computer programs used for coaching, recruiting, and analysis

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Collegiate, high school, or club coaching experience required
• Proven ability to mentor and develop student-athletes

Physical Demands:

• Ability to demonstrate proper volleyball techniques and training
• Set up and move equipment for practices and competitions
• Lift up to 10 pounds as necessary for team-related activities

ENVIRONMENT:    

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description. 

NOTICE:

This job description represents the types of duties and responsibilities required of this position and should not be considered a comprehensive listing. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks beyond those presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical component in ensuring student and employee success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.  Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period

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