Assistant Coach - Womens Volleyball

The Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball reports to the Women's Volleyball Head Coach and works as a member of the LSUS Women's Volleyball program performing a wide range of tasks including the identification, recruitment, coaching, and retention of student athletes. Schedules contests and participates in athletic development and fundraising activities for athletics programs. Promotes and oversees the academic well-being of student athletes. Reviews film to scout opposing teams and provides leadership for all aspects of the volleyball program. Serves as a resource to the LSUS Athletics Department for the Women's Volleyball program. Is detail oriented and maintains accurate electronic and paper records. This summary is not intended to be a comprehensive, or all-inclusive description, of duties and responsibilities. The Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball is a full time, unclassified, exempt 12 month position.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution LSUS values skills, experience and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply - a degree is not required if the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description. 2 years experience coaching at the high school level or above. Valid driver's license and the ability to travel regularly for games, recruiting and scouting opponents. (May be obtained within 6 months of employment)

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree from an accredited institution 3 years of coaching experience at the NCAA or NAIA level. Knowledge of college athletics programs regulatory requirements. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with individuals at all levels. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Core Competencies:

Communication:

Ability to adjust communication style to suit the audience/customer/situation.

Collaboration:

Ability to work effectively in group settings. Service to

Customer and LSUS:

Ability to focuses on providing positive experiences for stakeholders.

Delivering Results:

Ability to focus on achieving outcomes.

Problem-Solving:

Ability to overcome barriers to success.

Leading Others:

Ability to inspire, guide, and support individuals and teams towards achieving common goals.

Physical and Environmental Demands Lifting/Carrying:

Frequently lift and carry 10-25 lbs., occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Standing/Walking:

Significant time spent standing or walking during the workday.

Pushing/Pulling:

Requires exertion of force to move objects within the weight ranges above.

Manual Dexterity:

Frequent use of hands for handling, grasping, and reaching.

Mobility:

Ability to stand, walk, run, and move quickly during practices and games.

Work Setting:

Indoors and outdoors tasks depending on season requirements.

Exposure:

Frequent work in outdoor settings, including varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind). Possible exposure to moderate noise levels, temperature variations, and occasional dust.

Safety Considerations:

Requires adherence to safety protocols for lifting and handling materials.

Job Duties:

Comply with all LSUS, NAIA, and Red River Athletic Conference regulations and policies Assists the Women's Volleyball Head Coach with day-to-day activities associated with the program including, but not limited to, recruitment, on-the-court coaching, video work, and community involvement. Provides leadership for all aspects of Women's Volleyball to ensure a highly competitive and successful program. Serves as a role model to mentor team members to develop and display appropriate behavior and sportsmanship expected of athletic teams and individuals representing LSUS. Observes athletes during practice and competition to identify opportunities for individual or team improvement. Teaches players specific tasks and skills before, during, and after practice. Schedules contests and reviews film to scout other teams. Supports and monitors academic performance and social development of the student athletes. Assists with recruitment of new student athletes including, but not limited to, attends off-campus games for the purpose of contact and evaluation, manages recruitment material mailings, maintains contact and plans campus visits with prospective student athletes. Coordinates all enrollment activities of Women's Volleyball student athletes. Participates in athletic development and fundraising activities for athletics programs. Supports leadership development, team development, and community service. Other duties as assigned by the Women's Volleyball Head Coach or Director of Athletics How to

Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. •Resumes

WILL NOT

be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.• For additional information concerning this job posting contact: Jennifer Isaac LSUS Department of Human Resource Management Room 108 Administration Building, LSUS (318) 797-5279 LSUS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. For more information about LSU Shreveport go to www.lsus.edu LSUS is a State As a Model (SAME) employer that promotes affirmative strategies and goals for employment of individuals with disabilities.