What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach, Volleyball position at The University of Tulsa?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Assistant Coach, Volleyball
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Assistant Volleyball Coach reports to the Head Volleyball Coach and is responsible for all aspects of the University of Tulsa’s NCAA Division I Volleyball Program. This position will perform as a positive role model for student-athletes in an upbeat environment which strives for academic and athletic excellence and will establish a professional relationship with student-athletes, staff, alumni and the general public in an effort to promote the university, and its athletics program.
Essential Functions (Responsibilities):
- Responsible for assisting the Head Volleyball Coach with the overall management of the volleyball program including operations, team travel, recruiting, scheduling and marketing/community engagement.
- Assists in the daily preparation and coordination of team practices, as well as provides detailed coaching instruction to improve student-athlete performance
- Assists the Head Volleyball Coach and other members of the volleyball coaching staff in the recruitment of highly skilled student-athletes for the volleyball team
- Manages and creates social media content to increase exposure of Tulsa Volleyball brand
- Works closely with academic and student services staffs to monitor the progress of student-athletes
- Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.
Required Qualifications
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
- Excellent written and oral communication and organizational skills; strong self-starter; ability to work within the American Athletic Conference; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; ability to work closely with a diverse group of people
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with student-athletes, faculty, coaches and administrators.
Equivalent Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Must have 1 – 3 years of volleyball coaching experience.
Special Job Dimensions:
Work requires working with highly sensitive or confidential information and occasional overnight travel may occur.
Note: The essential job functions and associated qualifications contained in this document describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive listing or be inclusive of all aspects of the job. The tasks and procedures involved in the performance of the essential job functions may vary from day-to-day. Major changes in areas of responsibility may occur, as directed by management, and will require revision of this job description.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree.
- 1 – 2 years of collegiate volleyball coaching experience.
Physical Demands
Frequent Standing and Movement: Coaches often spend long hours standing, walking, and moving around during practices and games
Physical Activities: Involves bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, and lifting equipment or suppliesv
Dexterity: Ability to manipulate objects, such as operating a computer or handling sports equipment
Vision: Good vision is necessary to observe and evaluate players’ performance
Physical Activities: Involves bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, and lifting equipment or suppliesv
Dexterity: Ability to manipulate objects, such as operating a computer or handling sports equipment
Vision: Good vision is necessary to observe and evaluate players’ performance
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S1028P
Open Date
04/21/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Advertising Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Eeo Statement Summary
The University of Tulsa seeks to recruit and retain talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Tulsa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. The University does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristic including, but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University of Tulsa is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/ Veteran.
