Head Volley Ball Coach

Head Volleyball Coach

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Langston University Department of Athletics is seeking applications for the position of Head Volleyball Coach. Located in Langston, Oklahoma,40 miles north of Oklahoma City, Langston University is a Historically Black College & University (HBCU), an NAIA institution and member of the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC). This is a full-time 12-month position. The Head Volleyball Coach will be a positive, energetic leader who is responsible for the overall management of the Volleyball program with student-athlete welfare as a guiding principle.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads all aspects of a competitive NAIA Volleyball Program

Recruit and graduate student-athletes who maintain the standards of the university and department.

Schedule practices, games, transportation/accommodations, and travel itineraries for road games with the approval of the Athletic Director and in coordination with the Administrative Assistant to Athletics.

Prepare and oversee the program budget.

Represent the Langston Athletics at Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) and national meetings as assigned.

Coordinate all aspects of a diverse and dynamic Volleyball program including, but not limited to managing the day-to-day operations, recruiting academically, athletically and mission-fit student-athletes, assisting with fundraising, budget management and hiring support staff.

Support and engage in campus community events

Supervise support staff (Graduate Assistants and Team Managers)

Recruits and hires competent and effective support staff.

Mentor and supervise support staff.

Marketing and Fundraising efforts

Assists with the coordination of program marketing, media and public relations.

Assists with facilitating charitable giving by donors and fundraising events.

Adheres to all National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) and Langston Athletics rules and regulations.

Attend mandatory compliance and departmental meetings as scheduled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Apply online and upload a resume for full consideration.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications

JOB FACTORS AND REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree required.

3- years of experience

Strong analytical and communication skills are an essential element of the position.

COMPETENCIES

Detail Oriented

Multi-Tasking

Recruits and retains A Players

Open to criticism and feedback

Accountable

DESIRED OUTCOMES

Win the conference championship

Win the national championship

Graduate at least 80% of the student athletes on the team

I ncrease and enhance the LU Basketball brand nationally

Increase and enhance the LU Basketball brand nationally

Fundraise at least $25K annually for the Langston University Volleyball Program

Langston University (LU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, LU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.