Sports Club Assistant Coach-Women’s volleyball

About the role

The Assistant Coach for the women's club volleyball team will assist with the coordination and operations of the San Diego State University Women's Club volleyball team. This position requires availability for evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all job expectations as outlined in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement
• Supervises team practices, training, competitions and travel
• Ensures individual and program compliance with all policies and procedures of Associated Students/SDSU and Aztec Recreation
• Affirms safety of all team members, assistant coaches, and equipment is the top priority at all times
• Aids team members in achieving recruiting goals
• Aids in the designs and implementation of practice schedules and training schemes for evening and/or weekend practices
• Affirms scheduled practices begin and end on time
• Aids team members in achieving fundraising goals
• Works with coaches from other programs and sport leagues to coordinate scrimmages and competitions
• Aids in the coordination of travel arrangements
• Collaborates with team officers and administrators to develop and achieve program priorities
• Maintains team's positive community standing
• Aids in the outreach to alumni to recruit support for the team
• Represents the team in regional or national meetings with other coaches or organizations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Experience: Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies required
• Knowledge: Microsoft applications and Aztec Recreation website required
• Knowledge and/or participation: Aztec Recreation programs and facilities preferred
• Licenses & Certifications: First AID and CPR/AED certifications required (on-line courses are excluded)
• License: Valid California Drivers' License and proof of automobile insurance are required
• Trainings: Anti-Harassment training (must be completed within 30 days of hire), Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire), Gender Awareness Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire), Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire), Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings as directed

Performance Expectations

• Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work
• Must be capable of maintaining positive working relationships with staff and athletes
• Must be able to exercise tact and exhibit sound professional judgment
• Must be able to work well with different work styles
• Strong organizational skills required
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow projects through to completion
• Commitment to adhere to all the policies, rules, and regulations of Associated Students/SDSU, Aztec Recreation and sport leagues

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Experience: Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies required
• Knowledge: Microsoft applications and Aztec Recreation website required
• Knowledge and/or participation: Aztec Recreation programs and facilities preferred
• Licenses & Certifications: First AID and CPR/AED certifications required (on-line courses are excluded)
• License: Valid California Drivers' License and proof of automobile insurance are required
• Trainings: Anti-Harassment training (must be completed within 30 days of hire), Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire), Gender Awareness Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire), Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire), Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings as directed

Schedule & Working Conditions

• This is a part-time hourly position
• Flexibility and willingness to work up to 25 hours per week; employee schedules vary according to team needs throughout the academic year

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work conditions may vary depending upon the location of programs; programs may occur indoors and outdoors, therefore requiring exposure to a variety of elements.

Physical Demands

• Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads up to 25 pounds.
• Work may require standing and moving for extended periods.

Relationships

• Inside The Organization: Reports to Competitive Sports Manager
  Interacts with Assistant Director-Competitive Sports & Outdoor Programs Competitive Sports Supervisors, Competitive Sport Program Assistant, Competitive Sports Office Assistant, Competitive Sports Lead, and Sport Club Site Supervisors
  Interfaces with other Aztec Recreation Staff, Sport Club Coaches, and Athletic Training Staff
• Outside The Organization: Related University PersonnelSport Governing BodyOther Universities and CollegesProfessional Organizations