Head Women's Volleyball Coach

Occupational Summary:
The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach reports to the Athletics Director and is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, evaluating, and administering all aspects of the women’s volleyball program. The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach will instruct student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of volleyball while also working to develop the whole student both in and out of the classroom. This position is integral to the success and vitality of both the Volleyball program and the Newman Athletics department.

Stewardship Statement:
This position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining the institution's Catholic identity and its mission to empower graduates to transform society. As a member of the Newman community, the staff member will join with the institution's sponsors, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC Sisters), to witness God's love in Mission to empower others, foster oneness, celebrate life, form right relationships, and walk as compassionate companions. Additionally, this position contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other faiths, cultures, or backgrounds.

Work Performed:

1. Direct all aspects of the coaching and management of a competitive NCAA Division II women’s volleyball program.
2. Oversee the recruiting and retention of qualified NCAA Division II student-athletes (in accordance with NCAA Bylaws).
3. Work with the Admissions Department to expedite the registration, admission, and other administrative processing of all student-athletes.
4. Instruct 1 credit hour course(s) per semester within the Department of Athletics.
5. Instruct student-athletes in the areas of physical health, team concepts and safety in a way that motivates maximum level of individual and team athletic performance.
6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of and ability to comply with all NCAA Division II, MIAA Conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
7. Submit all NCAA Division II compliance documentation, in accordance with deadlines, as requested by the Associate AD/Compliance and the Athletics Director.
8. Monitor the eligibility status of student-athletes and mentor student-athletes in their academic progress to assure timely progress-toward-degree completion.
9. Work with Athletic Performance coaches to oversee the conditioning and weight training of student-athletes to ensure they are physically prepared for competition.
10. Promote the general health and safety of student-athletes, including the development of psychological, social, and mental skills necessary for the student athletes to be successful in the classroom, in competition, and in future endeavors.
11. Schedule and conduct regular practice sessions.
12. Arrange a competitive game schedule with approval of the Athletics Director.
13. Plan all team travel arrangements with approval of the Athletics Director.
14. Participate in fundraising, promotional, and public relations events within the community, including on-campus and off-campus, specifically booster club activities and community engagement/service projects.
15. Serve as a role model for the student athletes by exhibiting ethical and professional conduct in accordance with the mission of Newman University.
16. Plan, conduct, and manage volleyball camps, clinics, or leagues, as appropriate, within the guidelines and regulations of NCAA Bylaw 13.12.
17. Manage the program within its established budget.
18. Complete all University-required trainings including Title IX and FERPA.
19. Contribute to the overall success of the Athletics Department by performing all other duties as assigned and appropriate to the position.

1. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s Degree preferred from an accredited college or university.
2. Experience as a successful volleyball coach, preferably as a head coach at the college level.
3. Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle check.
4. Ability to recruit and retain qualified NCAA student-athletes and to facilitate timely progress toward graduation.
5. Effective leadership and strong oral and written communication skills.
6. Thorough knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations preferred and ability to pass the NCAA Division II recruiting test prior to beginning duties at Newman University.  Certification must occur on an annual basis (Bylaw 11.5.1.1).
7. Sound human relations skills in dealing with student-athletes, university personnel, and members of the off-campus community.
8. Ability to participate with fundraising within the community.
9. Ability to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.
10. Must be willing to be certified in First-aid and CPR, as required by NCAA rules.
11. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

1. Position requires durability.
2. Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from court related activities and training responsibilities.

Expectations:
Employees are expected to exhibit a high degree of personal integrity in support of the University’s Mission.
As a member of the NCAA; individuals employed by or associated with a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that the intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with the wholesome competitive sports. (See Bylaw 10 for more specific ethical-conduct standards that apply to all institutional staff members and student-athletes.)

Institutional staff members found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension of pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations, whether such violations occurred at the certifying institution or during the individual’s previous employment at another member institution.  It shall be the responsibility of the head coach to promote an atmosphere of compliance within the program and to monitor the activities regarding compliance of all assistant coaches and other administrators within the program who report directly or indirectly to the head coach (Bylaw 11.1.2.1). 

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.