Posted : Thursday, August 15, 2024 04:48 PM
The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Head Coach for Women’s Volleyball.
This is a full-time, 12-month Administrative & Professional Staff position, reporting to the Associate Vice President for Athletics Advancement and Delta Lodge Director of Athletics & Physical Education.
Responsibilities The Head Coach of Women’s Volleyball is responsible for all aspects of the women’s volleyball program along with being a relentless supporter of Oberlin College and its athletics department.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, recruiting of prospective students: build relationships with local, regional and national high school, junior college and club programs, as well as coaches and teaching professionals, to help in identifying prospective student-athletes, travel to evaluate in-person prospective student-athletes at various events, facilitate campus visits for prospective students and develop on-going dialogue that leads to their eventual enrollment.
Develop and manage calendar of competitions and training sessions to maximize potential for competitive success.
Organize individual plans for each training/practice session and assess outcomes, communicating regularly with student-athletes, placing the individuals and the team in the best possible position for success.
Lead team during competitions.
Develop the annual operating budget for the program.
Manage the operating budget over the course of the year following all institutional guides for purchasing and reimbursement.
Create an annual competition schedule.
Organize all team travel (and lodging, if necessary) to off-campus competitions.
Order, inventory and distribute necessary equipment and uniforms for team training sessions and competitions.
The program will be conducted in compliance with policies, procedures and regulations of the College, the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
The incumbent will also have secondary administrative duties surrounding game day operations: hosting and communicating expectations of visiting teams, securing officials, and overall management of games/tournaments/matches.
Teaching responsibilities within the physical education curriculum and/or wellness programming require instruction of at least one accredited course per semester/module.
Oberlin College is a highly selective, private, liberal arts institution with a world-renowned Conservatory of Music.
Essential Job Functions Marginal Job Functions Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required, a master’s degree preferred • Five years coaching experience • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Desire to work within a high academic environment with an appreciation and empathy with the role of intercollegiate athletics and its relationship to the College and the capacity to articulate that connection • Demonstrated recruiting and retention success at a high academic institution • Solid administrative skills with the ability to communicate and motivate staff to achieve administrative goals • Willingness to interact comfortably with individuals and constituency groups that are crucial to the advancement of the women’s volleyball program along with the department and greater institution • Lead and instruct physical education classes and/or wellness programming • Comply with College, NCAC Conference, and NCAA guidelines, policies and regulations.
Desired Qualifications • Competitive – Driven to educate and coach with the will to earn sustainable success • Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions • Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word • Communication, Written – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely • Diversity Oriented – Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type • Ethical – Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards • Judgment – Power to formulate a sound decision using the available information • Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized/following a systematic method of performing a task • Enthusiastic – Capacity to lead with consistent and contagious energy Diversity Statement: Oberlin College is committed to the creation and nurturing of a diverse community of individuals through inclusive excellence.
Diversity involves recognizing the value of differences and the inclusion of all members of the community including those that experience discrimination or under representation.
This is a core value of the organization as we strive for a culturally diverse student body, faculty and staff that reflect the multicultural nature of the nation and our world and bring unique strengths and abilities, which contribute, to our institution.
Compensation Within the range established for this position, salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications with an excellent benefits package.
Special Instructions to Applicants Electronically submit cover letter, resume and at least three references with current contact information to Associate Vice President of Athletics Advancement and Delta Lodge Director of Athletics and Physical Education Natalie Winkelfoos (nwinkelf@oberlin.
edu) .
No phone calls please.
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
This is a full-time, 12-month Administrative & Professional Staff position, reporting to the Associate Vice President for Athletics Advancement and Delta Lodge Director of Athletics & Physical Education.
Responsibilities The Head Coach of Women’s Volleyball is responsible for all aspects of the women’s volleyball program along with being a relentless supporter of Oberlin College and its athletics department.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, recruiting of prospective students: build relationships with local, regional and national high school, junior college and club programs, as well as coaches and teaching professionals, to help in identifying prospective student-athletes, travel to evaluate in-person prospective student-athletes at various events, facilitate campus visits for prospective students and develop on-going dialogue that leads to their eventual enrollment.
Develop and manage calendar of competitions and training sessions to maximize potential for competitive success.
Organize individual plans for each training/practice session and assess outcomes, communicating regularly with student-athletes, placing the individuals and the team in the best possible position for success.
Lead team during competitions.
Develop the annual operating budget for the program.
Manage the operating budget over the course of the year following all institutional guides for purchasing and reimbursement.
Create an annual competition schedule.
Organize all team travel (and lodging, if necessary) to off-campus competitions.
Order, inventory and distribute necessary equipment and uniforms for team training sessions and competitions.
The program will be conducted in compliance with policies, procedures and regulations of the College, the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
The incumbent will also have secondary administrative duties surrounding game day operations: hosting and communicating expectations of visiting teams, securing officials, and overall management of games/tournaments/matches.
Teaching responsibilities within the physical education curriculum and/or wellness programming require instruction of at least one accredited course per semester/module.
Oberlin College is a highly selective, private, liberal arts institution with a world-renowned Conservatory of Music.
Essential Job Functions Marginal Job Functions Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required, a master’s degree preferred • Five years coaching experience • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Desire to work within a high academic environment with an appreciation and empathy with the role of intercollegiate athletics and its relationship to the College and the capacity to articulate that connection • Demonstrated recruiting and retention success at a high academic institution • Solid administrative skills with the ability to communicate and motivate staff to achieve administrative goals • Willingness to interact comfortably with individuals and constituency groups that are crucial to the advancement of the women’s volleyball program along with the department and greater institution • Lead and instruct physical education classes and/or wellness programming • Comply with College, NCAC Conference, and NCAA guidelines, policies and regulations.
Desired Qualifications • Competitive – Driven to educate and coach with the will to earn sustainable success • Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions • Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word • Communication, Written – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely • Diversity Oriented – Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type • Ethical – Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards • Judgment – Power to formulate a sound decision using the available information • Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized/following a systematic method of performing a task • Enthusiastic – Capacity to lead with consistent and contagious energy Diversity Statement: Oberlin College is committed to the creation and nurturing of a diverse community of individuals through inclusive excellence.
Diversity involves recognizing the value of differences and the inclusion of all members of the community including those that experience discrimination or under representation.
This is a core value of the organization as we strive for a culturally diverse student body, faculty and staff that reflect the multicultural nature of the nation and our world and bring unique strengths and abilities, which contribute, to our institution.
Compensation Within the range established for this position, salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications with an excellent benefits package.
Special Instructions to Applicants Electronically submit cover letter, resume and at least three references with current contact information to Associate Vice President of Athletics Advancement and Delta Lodge Director of Athletics and Physical Education Natalie Winkelfoos (nwinkelf@oberlin.
edu) .
No phone calls please.
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
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• Location : Oberlin, OH
• Post ID: 9025477148