Assistant Volleyball Coach

The Assistant Coach will assist with of all phases of a nationally competitive NJCAA Division I volleyball program.  Including, but not limited to coaching, recruiting, travel management, rules and eligibility compliance, administrative duties, departmental fundraising, game management, academic advising, marketing, promotions, and public relations.

• Organization
  • Provide effective organization of program and management of time.
  • Perform a variety of coaching functions at all practices.
  • Understand and conference, regional and NJCAA requirements regarding meetings, statistics, rosters, schedules and awards.
• Advising
  • Assist with the admissions and financial aid advising process of team members.
  • Assist with the monitoring of academic progress and eligibility team members, providing intervention strategies and resources when necessary.
  • Assist with the orientation of student-athletes regarding expectations, college polices, code of ethics, sportsmanship code and local resources.
• Public Relations
  • Establishes appropriate rapport with media including reporting scores and team statistics in a timely manner.
  • Represents the department and Iowa Western to service clubs, media and alumni groups.
  • Works with entire athletic department on departmental projects and fundraising.
  • Works collaboratively with the Reiver's Sports Media Coordinator in regard to sports promotions, events and social media.
• Administrative Responsibilities
  • Complies with the colleges, ICCAC's and NJCAA's rules and regulations.
  • Compiles and submits organized and accurate paperwork for eligibility.
  • Assist with effectively managing scholarship offerings and budget.
  • Assists with team travel, accommodations, and meals.
  • Attends scheduled departmental meetings.
  • Assist with enforcement of medical and insurance procedures.
  • Participates in clinics for professional improvement.
  • Works with and is supportive of other coaches and programs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Exceptional knowledge of respective sport
• Possess strong organizational and computer skills
• Possess ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to appropriately exercise independent initiative and judgment
• Sensitivity to and awareness of confidential material
• Must hold valid driver's license and have a good driving record to qualify to drive college vehicles and obtain CDL
• Ability to pass a background check

• Ability to lift up to 30lbs
• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Lifting and carrying
• Reaching
• Climbing
• Walking
• Standing
• Bending
• Stooping
• Ability to do facility set-up by climbing stairs, ladders, and moving moderately heavy equipment.