Assistant Volleyball Coach

Responsibilities

• Participate in coaching during practices and games, providing constructive feedback and instruction
• Work closely with student-athletes to develop skills, improve performance, and foster team unity
• Contribute to strategy development for both individual players and team play
• Assist the Head Coach in day-to-day operations, including practice planning, game preparation, and team management
• Assist in recruiting qualified student-athletes to join the men's volleyball program
• Collaborate with the athletic department to ensure the academic success and well-being of student-athletes
• Ensure compliance with NAIA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations
• Support team travel logistics, including organizing transportation and accommodations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Previous experience as a volleyball coach, preferably at the collegiate level
• Strong understanding of volleyball fundamentals, strategy, and player development
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations

Benefits

• 10-month position (August through May)
• Salary of $20,000 plus housing
• Excellent benefits package including tuition remission

About the Company

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses are an inclusive, Catholic and diocesan community of learners empowering all their members to act courageously, to seek wisdom through faith and reason, to work for justice and mercy, and to lead lives of service.