What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball position at DePaul Talent Acquisition?
What You'll Do:
- Pre-season, in-season and post-season activities necessary to the development of a nationally competitive team. Assist in coordinating the evaluation, recruitment, preparation, and development of all student-athletes. Such evaluation and recruitment activities may include but are not limited to identifying, contacting, and recruiting prospective student-athletes by phone, mail, and other forms of correspondence; traveling to various locations throughout Chicago and across the country to meet and evaluate in person prospective student-athletes.
- Assist in all aspects of preparation and development of women’s volleyball athletes. Such activities may include but are not limited to planning practice sessions, video analysis of performance, providing feedback, and encouraging positive performance.
- Operation of yearly volleyball camps and clinics on campus and coordinate all team travel in a manner that reflects fiscally responsible University resource management.
- Assist in alumni outreach events and all other events related to growing the DePaul Athletics brand. Such activities may include but are not limited to planning alumni events, engaging alumni and fans, attending other sporting events, and participating in community outreach events. Drive the coordination of messaging and branding on DePaul Volleyball social media outlets in accordance with university and departmental guidelines.
- Knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA rules, policies, and procedures pertaining to women's volleyball.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supervise student 1 to 2 student managers including scheduling, training, consistent evaluation, and payroll.
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 1-3 years coaching experience, preferably at the NCAA Division I level
- Valid Driver’s License
- Annual NCAA Recruiting certification required
- Must be able to handle the physical demands of training volleyball student-athletes
- Proven volleyball playing experience
- Demonstrated experience in working in a diverse urban and/or intercollegiate athletics environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs
- Knowledge and practice related to relevant video and statistical analysis software
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Dedication to serving the department, the University and the student-athletes with the highest level of leadership, initiative, and integrity
- A working knowledge of NCAA, BIG EAST Conference, and University rules and regulations as they apply to intercollegiate athletics
- Position requires working evening, weekend, and holiday hours during academic year
- Travel during recruiting and with team during season
Perks:
- Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
- Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
- Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
- Full-Time Benefits
Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.
Required Background Check:
Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act
DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.
Salary : $40,149 - $60,000
