Assistant Volleyball Coach (Monthly Stipend)
Drake University
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Quick overview
The primary duties involve assisting with the coaching and development of student-athletes, accounting for 60% of the role, alongside assisting with recruitment efforts (20%). The role also requires supporting the organization and execution of all practice sessions and meetings.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor's degree is required, along with knowledge of applicable NCAA rules and basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience playing at the collegiate level is preferred, as is a Master's degree and prior coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level.
Job description
Title: Assistant Volleyball Coach (Monthly Stipend)
Position Number: PT6007
Unit/Department: Women's Volleyball
FTE: Part-Time
Salary: Monthly stipend
Department Summary
Drake University's Athletics Department competes in the Missouri Valley Conference at the NCAA Division I level. Bulldog student-athletes thrive in the classroom and their respective field of play. Drake Athletics sport programs are considered Des Moines’ Hometown Team.
The department culture is predicated on a common value statement known as The Bulldog Way written by coaches, staff, and student-athletes. This intentional commitment to a championship culture is led by integrity, excellence, wanting the best for and best from one another, and aspiring to greatness provides a foundation for student-athletes, coaches, and athletics staff to study, work, and play.
Job Summary
- Drake University is seeking applicants for a part-time assistant coach. The successful candidate will support a positive academic, athletic, and social environment for student-athletes while creating a culture of excellence and ethics.
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Ability to build rapport and students, coaches and staff.
- Skills to help student-athletes improve through training / coaching.
- Ability to complete work within deadlines under little guidance.
- Ability to develop and sustain relationships with prospective student athletes, parents, and coaches.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Knowledge and basic proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of applicable NCAA Rules and regulations.
- Experience playing at the collegiate level preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level preferred
Job Duties
- 60% - Assist with coaching and development of student-athletes
- 20% - Assist with recruitment of student-athletes
- 10% - Assist with organization and execution of all practice sessions and meetings
- 10% - Complete other tasks as assigned by the head coach
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants will be asked to complete the online application through Drake's job board and provide: a resume/cv, a cover, and contact information for three references.
Have Questions? Questions about the application process, working at Drake, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources. You can best reach us at jobs@drake.edu [jobs@drake.edu] . All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of work authorization.
Review of Applications Begins
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
