Head Coach Women's Volleyball (4578)

Position Summary

Responsible for management and administration of all phases of the volleyball program, athletes, and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages team of respective sport to ensure competitive performance of team and satisfactory growth and development of student-athletes.
• Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions to advance the skill set of all team members. Coaches the team during scheduled events.
• Maintains detailed statistics and records, evaluation reports, etc. for each student-athlete. Determines and implements strategy to obtain maximum team level and individual performance.
• Ability to communicate with and relate well to the female student-athlete.
• Determines competitive event schedule (may be years in advance), coordinating with teams both inside and out of the Conference.
• Recommends participation in post-season games when invitations are received.
• Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations, and complies with same.
• Responsible for internal compliance and communication with assistant coaches, support staff, student-athletes, and prospects organizations, etc.
• Supervises all contact with prospective student-athletes to avoid violations of NCAA and other recruiting rules and regulations.
• Works closely with Academic Counselor to monitor the scholastic progress of each student-athlete. Ensures that athletes meet requirements established for athletic eligibility.
• Responsible for team APR and GSR annual rates.
• Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student conduct, appearance, punctuality, and other areas as appropriate.
• Consults with the athletics trainers and physicians to determine team and individual welfare and conditioning programs.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the budget of their sports program, including the completion of all necessary forms and paperwork for travel, purchases, recruiting, etc.
• Works directly with business office on all purchasing and payments Participates in all marketing and ticket sales initiatives to include focus on revenue producing options.
• Participates in public relations activities including newspaper, television, and radio interviews and news conferences to promote a positive image of the Athletics Department and the University.
• Accepts speaking engagements and makes public appearances at schools, civic organizations, etc.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum three years coaching experience in women’s volleyball at an NCAA Division I or II institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NCAA rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated successful recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes particularly at the regional level (Midwest) including knowledge of AAU and high school programs [as applicable]

Additional Requirements (SPS)

Ability to communicate with and relate well to student-athletes, high school/club coaches and department support staff.
Demonstrated experience in communicating through oral, written and electronic forms.

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

• Master’s degree
• Competitive experience in volleyball on the university or college level.
• Coaching experience at the Division I college level.

Physical demands/requirements

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

1.00

Standard Hours Per Week

37.50

Salary

Commensurate with experience and internal equity; position includes eligible benefits.

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range

Earn Type

Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as two separate documents, a CV or resume including a list of three professional references, and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile.

Collegiate Sports Associates is assisting Northern Illinois University Intercollegiate Athletics in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by 11:59pm, December 7, 2022.

Application materials should be submitted using Collegiate Sports Associates candidate portal.

Special Instructions

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/68079

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

Safety Information

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Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)

Supplemental Questions

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