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Staff Posting Details
Position Information
Requisition Number P01330 Position Type Coach Department Coaches Working Title Part-Time Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach Classification Assistant Athletic Coach -SU226
Position Summary Information
Nature of position Part-time If Temporary, Start Date If Temporary, End Date If part-time, hours per week If part-time, percent time Days Worked Monday through Friday, weekends, games, and practices. Hours/Shift worked Monday through Friday, weekends, games, and practices. Union APSCUF - Coaches
Posting Detail Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About the position:
Assist the Head Women's Volleyball Coach with the daily operations of conducting a successful volleyball program, including the monitoring, and ensuring the academic success of student-athletes. Contract renewed on an annual basis.
Join Our Team at Millersville University!
Position Salary: Contract renewed on annual basis.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Retirement Plans - Choose from two excellent options
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
- Full Benefits Summary (PDF)
Why Millersville?
Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. We're known for:
- Strong student-faculty connections
- 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
- A stunning campus and vibrant community
- Outstanding job placement for graduates
With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching-and growing.
Our Mission & Values:
At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.
We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence-creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.
Equal Opportunity for All:
Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
The State System Employee Benefits Summary for coaches can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/labor-relations/documents/cba/coaches-cba.pdf.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the application and compliance of intercollegiate rules, regulations and University policies as the apply to student-athletes and staff.
- Assist in the development and execution of pre-season, in-season and spring season team training.
- Assist in the tracking and recruitment of academically and athletically quality Prospective Student Athletes.
- Assist Head Coach in the planning and execution of skills development for student-athletes.
- Assist Head Coach in preparation and execution of all scheduled home competitions.
- Inform student-athletes of academic and other matters pertaining to their enrollment and educational progress.
- Ensure appropriate safety measures are observed when conducting team activities.
- Cooperate with the University physicians and Athletic Trainers to ensure student-athletes receive proper medical and physical training services.
- Coordinate all activities in preparation for scheduled competition.
- Attend all team practices and home and away contests.
- Monitor student-athlete academic performance and implement team, athletic department, and University measures to support their academic performance.
- Assume responsibility to student-athlete compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. Assist the Head Coach and the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in resolving cases where a student-athlete violates an applicable regulation.
- Work with internal and external groups to see team support and assist with Alumni engagement
- Ensure student-athletes participation in NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills programs.
- Assist the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in fund-raising activities in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreements for non-faculty coaches.
- Submit yearly work schedules to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and comply with Schedule once approved.
- Attend appropriate Athletic departmental staff meetings and complete all assigned NCAA training modules.
- All other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Successful experience coaching women's volleyball at the college, club and/or high school level OR successful experience playing volleyball at the college level.
- Knowledge of and/or experience recruiting.
- Demonstrated commitment to academic/athletic excellence.
- Demonstrated evidence of ability to work effectively with student-athletes of diverse races and cultures.
- Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.
- Valid driver's license.
- Successful interview.
- Successful completion of three background checks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules.
- Experience in:
- DII Recruiting.
- Fundraising.
- PSAC coaching or playing experience.
Essential Functions
Please Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
- Ability to work in person on campus as well as attend scheduled games, practices, and events.
- Must maintain a valid driver's license.
- Indoor/Outdoor facilities.
- Understanding of written directions.
- Extensive writing skills (prepare and organize complex documents).
- Extensive verbal communication skills (provide information and assistance regularly).
- Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to drive university vehicles.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.
Posting Open Date 07/21/2026 Posting Close Date 08/04/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Quicklink for Posting/Requisition https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/15277
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts 1
- Other Document 1
- Other Document 2
- Reference Letter 1
- Reference Letter 2
- Reference Letter 3
- DD 214
Supplemental Questions
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