Head Coach, Women's Volleyball

Head Volleyball Coach

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning

The Head Volleyball Coach is responsible for the management and administration of all phases of the varsity volleyball program that uphold the philosophies and objectives of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the University of New Haven.

You will:

• Adhere to and enforce all policies and procedures of the department, and the University, as well as the rules and regulations of NCAA Division II, NE10, and other authorities that affect the intercollegiate athletics program.
• Establish and implement goals, objectives, and values for the program consistent with the mission of the University and the Department of Athletics.
• Plan, direct and control the recruitment and selection of a diverse student-athlete population in accordance with University academic standards and the skill level of a successful Division II program.
• Emphasize academic excellence, athletic competition, personal growth, and social development while providing student-athletes opportunity to build skills that prepare them for success both on and off their playing court.
• Monitor and promote the academic progress and graduation of the student-athletes by working closely with the athletics academic support staff members and the University’s academic support staff.
• Assist in the planning and preparation of an annual budget and be fiscally responsible working within the confines of a balanced budget.
• Schedule and conduct championship and non-championship season contests as permitted by NCAA rules and regulations.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct practices that incorporate sound motor learning principles and sport-specific techniques that support the physical and mental preparation of student-athletes for successful competition.
• In conjunction with the Sports Performance unit of the Department, oversee the strength and conditioning of student-athletes to ensure they are physically prepared for competition to perform at maximum levels.
• Work in consultation with the Sports Medicine unit of the Department to conduct all practices and competitions in such a manner that the welfare of the student-athlete is of paramount consideration.
• Supervise assistant coach(es) and other support staff to ensure their compliance with applicable rules, policies and procedures.
• Serve the University by becoming involved in University affairs and serving on University committees as requested.
• Participate in and promote an annual giving appeal program to benefit the varsity athletics program.
• Participate in clinics and/or other professional development programs to ensure continual professional growth.
• Engage the sport alumni through various communication outlets as well as at least one annual in-person coordinated event.
• Coordinate and conduct at least one community or civic team project each year.
• Follow all administrative procedures established by the University and the Department of Athletics.
• Other duties as assigned.

You need:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred;
• Prior NCAA coaching experience;
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations;
• Excellent computer, organizational, written and oral communication skills;
• Proven leadership and relationship management skills;
• Ability to network across a multifaceted and diverse university community required.

What’s In It For You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependents are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

• The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEM OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.