Assistant Coach, Volleyball - 995799

Primary Purpose

Assists in all aspects of the recruitment process from inception to completion, including the development of recruiting plans, targeting potential student-athletes for recruitment purposes and making recommendations. Be involved in all aspects of game management and assist the head coach in managing and coaching the team.

Job Category

Exempt

Hiring Range

Pay Basis: Annually

Essential Job Functions

• Assists the head coach in the organization and total well-being of the athletic program.
• Act as supervisor/head coach representative in the absence of the head coach.
• Make independent decisions, using sound judgment, while acting in the best interests of the student-athletes and the university at all times.
• Active in the entire recruitment process.
• Research and identify prospective student-athletes and make recommendations to the head coach regarding those potential student-athletes in consideration for acceptance with a specific team.
• Target potential student-athlete populations, formulate a plan to attract those student-athletes to the school, and initiate recruiting trips.
• Aid head coach and be fully involved in the organization and preparation of practice and game plans, and the implementation of strength and conditioning schedules.
• Maintain the academic progress of student-athletes to comply with NCAA and Sunshine State policy, and take appropriate action.
• Represent the university and the department in community events.
• To be responsible and abide fully with the NCAA's constitution, operating bylaws and administrative bylaws for the purpose of compliance.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, Athletic administration and head coach.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge: English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language.
• NCAA Rules and Regulations – Strong working knowledge and understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.
• Sport Experience – Extensive knowledge of individual and team skills with the ability to teach these skills.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Active Listening – Proficient skills in giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking - Proficient skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Critical Thinking – Advanced skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Proficient skills in considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the appropriate one.
• Time Management - Proficient skills in managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Writing - Proficient skills in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Active Learning - Proficient skills in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Monitoring - Proficient skills in monitoring / assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Required Certifications/Licensures

• CPR Required

Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree

Is this a safety sensitive position?

Yes

Background Screening Required?

Yes

Pre-Employment Conditions

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.