Faulkner University is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Head Coach for Womens Volleyball.
The primary role of this individual is to establish and execute a team philosophy centered on growing young women spiritually, physically, intellectually, and professionally. This involves providing leadership for all aspects of the program, including recruitment, training, competitive preparation, academic support, staff supervision, budgeting, fund raising, and program administration.
The ideal candidate will cultivate a culture of discipline, unity, and high achievement while modeling Faulkners Christian mission.
Faulkner University is an NAIA Division I member and is competing in the Southern States Athletic Conference. Faulkner University is a Christian university affiliated with churches of Christ.
This is a full-time, 9-month position, August - April.
Summary of Duties
• Ensure program compliance with NAIA SSAC, University, and Athletic Department rules, policies, and procedures. • Oversee yearly budget for the program. • Evaluate assistant coaches in the performance of their duties. • Provide mentorship, motivation, and direction to student-athletes. • Coordinate practice schedules, match operations, travel arrangements, and official assignments. • Recruit and retain high-quality, mission-aligned student-athletes. • Organize camps, clinics, community events, and other revenue-support opportunities. • Represent Volleyball professionally with campus partners, media, recruits, and supporters. • Develop annual recruiting goals and adhere to all SSAC and NAIA guidelines. • Track academic progress and assist with eligibility processes. • Assist with preparations for home events.
Qualifications
• Bachelors degree required. • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a head or assistant volleyball coach experience at the college level preferred. • Ability to work frequent evening and weekend hours, as well as travel. • Active member of the church of Christ.
Employment Requirements
For initial application, submit Resume and Cover letter.
Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check and verification of work authorization through E-Verify.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Faulkner University is a church-affiliated liberal arts institution committed to employing a highly qualified and diverse administration, faculty, and staff, which reflects the Universitys religious traditions, values, affiliation, and purpose. Thus, the institution invites individuals affiliated with the churches of Christ to submit applications, regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability.
Faulkner University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability in connection with its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities. However, Faulkner University exercises a preference in employment for those qualified applicants who are members of the churches of Christ, whose lifestyles are consistent with the mission of the University and with the beliefs and values of the churches of Christ.
Please refer to our website for further information: www.faulkner.edu