July 1 - June 30 contract period (salary will be pro-rated if start date is before July 1)
The University of Mary Washington, an NCAA Division III institution located in historic and vibrant Fredericksburg, VA, is seeking an assistant coach. Coaching duties include, but are not limited to: assisting the head coach with practice and game preparation; team film of practices/matches; traveling to recruiting tournaments and handling recruit interactions via email, text, phone calls; managing team academic study hall hours; supporting team social media accounts.
Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications
Knowledge of volleyball techniques, strategies, and training methods at the collegiate or advanced club level.
Knowledge of applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and compliance requirements.
Skill in instructing and developing student-athletes in individual and team volleyball skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and mentor student-athletes.
Ability to assist with practice planning, game preparation, and opponent scouting using video analysis tools.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff while managing administrative tasks, recruiting support, and team travel responsibilities.
Required Experience:
3+ years of coaching experience and experience as a NCAA varsity student-athlete
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
Additional Considerations:
EDUCATION
Master's Degree
Experience
4+ years of coaching experience
1+ year of NCAA Volleyball Coaching experience or High School Head Coaching experience
UMW is a public university, part of the state higher education system in Virginia, and enrolls over 4,000 students. Fredericksburg is a vibrant and historic city located halfway between Washington, DC and Richmond, VA. UMW has 22 intercollegiate teams for men and women and is a member of the NCAA Division III and the Coast 2 Coast Conference.
The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these are the foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The University is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to these core ideas and values.