Assistant Coach Sport Operations, Volleyball

Division Intercollegiate AthleticsThe Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) invites applications for an Assistant Coach Sport Operations, Volleyball, to support Volleyball. In addition, the Assistant Coach Sport Operations, Volleyball will play a critical role in supporting the broader strategic priorities of the DIA, and ultimately this position will help foster a life-changing experience for student-athletes.Since 1892, DIA has operated on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support its intercollegiate athletic programs. Today, DIA supports 21 intercollegiate varsity sports which compete as a part of the Big Ten Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. DIA provides the resources for over 500 student-athletes to participate at the highest levels of their respective sports. This extensive support ecosystem includes over 35 departments employing over 300 dedicated staff members including 80 plus varsity coaches working collaboratively to provide individualized championship-caliber opportunities to our student-athletes, in the classroom, in the competitive arena, and in personal and professional development, to enhance their growth and life preparation. The DIA mission is to Unify, Develop, Inspire, and Achieve, for the benefit of our student-athletes, our university, and our broader community.DIA has set forth six strategic priorities to help guide and advance its overarching mission: Championship people, championship mindset; strategic innovation and investment; athletic success; financial sustainability; win championships; community engagement and enrichment. Together, these priorities present a cohesive vision for the direction of the department.

Job SummaryMinimum QualificationsEducation:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, sports management, kinesiology, recreation or related field required
• Preferred: Master’s degree in same areas as required
  
  

Experience:

• Required: Current or previous intercollegiate athletics employment experience required. Having working knowledge of computers and their functions required. Skills in listening, judgement and decision-making. Abilities in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Ability to independently Effective organizational experience.
• Preferred: Experience with Division I intercollegiate athletics preferred. Experience managing sport travel and sport budgets preferred. Video experience preferred. Experience with Jump Forward and/or Teamwork’s platforms preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules as they related to this position is required
• Championship Mindset and Expectations Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience; Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values; Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
  
  

Appointment InformationOrganizational Relationship

This position will report to the Head Varsity Coach, Volleyball.Duties and ResponsibilitiesJob DescriptionThis is a 100% full-time Civil Service Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 3/3/2025. The budget salary range is $55,000-$77,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualification, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints.For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.Application Procedures & Deadline InformationApplications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on March 5, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.BenefitsDIA offers an excellent package of benefits to its employees. As University of Illinois employees, medical, dental, and retirement plans will be made available along with tuition waivers, paid leave time, and other perquisites. Furthermore, through DIA, employees are offered tickets to home athletic events, postseason travel opportunities, Nike apparel, and other benefits as may become available through DIA.The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.Requisition ID: 1029572

Job Category: Education & Student Services

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