Assistant Coach, Women's National Sitting Team

Description

About USA Volleyball

Would you like to work in the Olympic & Paralympic movement with one of the most successful organizations serving one of the fastest growing and exciting sports in the world? USA Volleyball (USAV) is the national governing body for beach, indoor, sitting, snow, and para-beach volleyball in the United States with over 400,000 members, responsible for selecting the Olympic & Paralympic volleyball teams. USA Volleyball also supports a network of regional associations, youth and junior programs, national championships, coaching and officials training, grassroots development, and the SafeSport initiative. Visit www.usavolleyball.org for more.

USAV is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, or sexual orientation in our programs and activities or our employment practices. To learn more about USAV’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, please visit our DEI page at: https://usavolleyball.org/dei/.

Job Description

The Assistant Coach, Women’s National Sitting Team (WNST) is a regular full-time position reporting to the Women’s Head Coach/Program Director, Sitting National Team. Cross departmental support is expected of all positions. Extensive domestic and international travel is expected. Extended hours may be required to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Cross departmental support is expected of all positions. Extended hours may be required to include nights, weekends and holidays. This position is located Edmond, Oklahoma. 

Requirements

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities include but are not necessarily limited to:

Assist the WSNT Head Coach in training resident athletes and non-resident athletes 

Athlete Development & Training

· Partner with the Head Coach to train and develop both resident and non-resident athletes.

· Assist in creating and implementing periodized training plans and daily practice sessions.

· Provide individualized coaching and video analysis for technical skill development.

· Support strength and conditioning programs and coordinate with medical staff for athlete care.

· Facilitate remote training for non-resident athletes through virtual sessions and feedback.

Program Management & Operations

· Assist in recruiting, evaluating, and selecting athletes for the National Team program.

· Support budget management, including athlete stipends and program expenditures.

· Coordinate team logistics for competitions, camps, clinics, and tryouts.

· Assist in managing resident program housing and administrative requirements.

· Contribute to the development and enforcement of team policies and athlete handbook.

Performance Analysis & Innovation

· Collaborate on statistical analysis and video review to enhance team performance.

· Help develop and implement opponent scouting programs.

· Create personalized video training programs for individual athlete development.

· Translate performance data into practical training applications.

· Support team performance reviews through data-driven evaluation.

Team Support & Administration

· Assist in planning the annual competitive schedule and Paralympic preparation.

· Coordinate with external consultants and support staff.

· Contribute to media relations, record-keeping, and program promotion.

· Support the Head Coach in achieving program objectives and performance targets.

· Participate in strategic planning initiatives for the sitting volleyball program.

· Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree required - Sports Administration, Coaching, Physiology, Exercise Science, Education, or related field preferred. 

· Minimum three (3) years coaching at the elite junior, collegiate, national, or international level; or the equivalent in competition and sport management. Previous work with Paralympic programs desirable. 

· Proven ability to promote sport performance.

· Experience with volleyball statistical software desirable.

· Demonstrated leadership of athletes and support staff.

· Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. 

· Excellent written and oral communication skills. 

· Strong customer service skills. 

· Must successfully pass a USAV background screen (prior to hire date). 

· Must complete SafeSport training within two weeks of hire date and keep current as a condition of continued employment.

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

Benefits: 

USAV also offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees to include:

· Paid Time Off

· Up to 15.5 paid holidays per year

· 403B retirement plan (currently matching up to 8%)

· Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision). No monthly premiums are deducted for employee only health benefits

· An opt-out rebate is provided for employees waiving USAV medical coverage should they already have coverage with a qualified group health plan 

· Parental leave

· Robust EAP and wellness program

· Employer paid life insurance

· Active DEI, Social and Wellness Committees

Benefits may be modified or discontinued from time to time at the company’s discretion as permitted by law

Applications accepted online only. Phone calls not accepted. Applications must be received by no later than Monday, April 14, 2025. Please ensure your cover letter addresses your interest in USAV and the position. 

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000