Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball

The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success.

The Assistant Coach for Women’s Volleyball is a full-time position reporting to the Head Coach and assisting in all facets of a Division I volleyball program. The primary responsibility is to coach/teach, recruit, develop, and monitor the athletic and academic progress of student-athletes in accordance with University of Arizona, department, Conference, and NCAA policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coaching student-athletes at all practices and games with an emphasis on the outside hitters and middles.  

• Recruitment of all student-athletes in the following positions: middle blocker, setter, outside hitter, and libero.

• Lead trainer.

• Assist in the scouting of opponents.

• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of all applicable NCAA rules and regulations while fulfilling prescribed duties.

• The ability to break down and analyze game film.

• Fluent in Volleystation.

• Budget accountability.  

• Additional duties as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Commitment to academic and athletic success.

• Strong organizational and administrative skills.

• Sound written and verbal communication skills.

• Possess a working knowledge of NCAA rules.

• Ability to problem solve and make decisions.

• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.

• Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead and support value-added projects.

• Meticulous attention to detail.

• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and has a positive demeanor.

• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities and successfully manage multiple priority projects.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• One year of Division I Volleyball coaching experience.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree.

• Experience as a coach or player in a professional setting.