Head Mens Volleyball Coach

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the effective administration of this athletic program and team including the recruitment of student athletes, team scheduling and programming, public relations, academic support, and the retention of student athletes. Supervises assistant and student coaches.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are essential to effective outcomes in this role):

Provide leadership and direction for the Men’s Volleyball Program. Lead all required meetings, events, workshops, competitions, practices, schedules, and assure proper supervision is provided at all times. Organize and administer the recruitment of prospective student-athletes in accordance with University and NAIA policies and procedures. Assure the retention of students is a goal and a priority. Recruit, retain, and graduate student-athletes who contribute to the success of the program and vibrancy of campus life. Provide oversight of student-athletes academic progress toward degree completion. Ensure program is led by encouraging a high level of competitive success. Make annual budget proposals for the betterment of the program and University and manage assigned budgets to assure that they remain within approved funding levels. Review and process all contracts, fund requests, program requests, and paperwork applying appropriate University policies, procedures, and guidelines. Provide leadership and programming which promote campus involvement and community service. Annually propose an effective and competitive schedule for approval. Fund and friend raising for the advancement of the programs. Actively promote the programs through public relations and fundraising. Ensure adherence to the NAIA rules and regulations including the NAIA Champions of Character 5 core values. Collaboration with and support of other coaches and personnel within the athletic department. Provide consistent programs and goals across all OU athletic teams. Fulfill commitments to all additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics which may include game day management, administrative and/or teaching responsibilities. Other duties as assigned

STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS:

Manage your staff consistent with university personnel policies. Encourage collaboration among the staff, provide regular evaluation and feedback, and facilitate developmental opportunities. Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations. Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics. Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University. Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University. Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Diversity Statement.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION: (education based on essential job duties and requirements consistent with business necessity): Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: (experience based on requirements in role and are consistent with business necessity)Significant and successful coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level with head coaching experience.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: List required and/or preferred certification, industry specific requirements, required or preferred use of equipment, and all necessary job skills, abilities, and knowledge competencies) Provide a list of items below:

Current/valid Driver’s License Effective interpersonal, communication and motivation skills Ability to think critically and provide options for sound solutions Ability to manage individuals and complex tasks Knowledge of tumbling and spotting techniques Positive role model for student-athletes, university personnel, alumni, and members of the off- campus community.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical attributes required to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation - examples: sitting, lifting #, bending, driving, environmental factors or elements, noise level, stairs in a building, or other factors that will affect working conditions). Provide a list of items below:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing, frequent prolonged and irregular hours, and exposure to varying temperatures.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes - Travel Required

If YES, list type and approximate percentage: Regular part of the position Responsible for driving students and University vehicles as part of job duties (YES/NO): Yes

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