Head Men's Volleyball Coach - Nashua, United States - Rivier University

Description

Rivier University , located in Nashua, New Hampshire, seeks a dynamic leader to join the Athletics department as our Head Coach of Men's Volleyball . Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach will be charged with the administration and oversight of an NCAA Division III volleyball program that participates in the GNAC. This is a full-time position with the additional responsibilities associated with game management and creating a comprehensive student-athlete experience. The successful candidate should have a proven ability to recruit and develop student-athletes and have a strong commitment to the Division III philosophy and the Rivier mission.

Duties and Responsibilities
-Direct all aspect of coaching varsity men's volleyball team
-Recruit qualified student-athletes in cooperation with Admissions staff
-Plan and conduct practice sessions
-Coach team at all home and away games
-Become familiar with and adhere to all NCAA and Great Northeast Athletic Conference rules
-Assume primary responsibility for first aid when a trainer is unavailable
-Attend Athletic Awards Ceremony and other department functions as assigned -Game Manager when assigned
-Assist the Director of Athletics with NCAA and GNAC compliance-related items -Assist with all-conference business as needed
-Assist with administration of recreation and intramural activities as needed

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, required. Master's preferred
• Previous coaching at the collegiate level required
• Willingness to work with Admissions staff to actively recruit qualified student-athletes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Energy and motivation to develop and maintain a quality program
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Commitment to Rivier mission, NCAA Division III philosophy, GNAC philosophy
• Willingness to contribute as a team member to the athletics staff and to the Rivier University community
• Valid Driver's License