Location: Council Bluffs,IA, USA
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.