Varsity Girls Head Volleyball Coach (Anticipated)

Merrill Area Public Schools is looking for an enthusiastic Head Girls Volleyball Coach. The high school practice schedule is typically Monday through Friday with matches on weeknights; there are occasional weekend matches and tournaments to attend, too. Practice for the season starts the 2nd week in August, and state is the third week in October.

A varsity head coach will be reporting to the Activities Director, and they will provide leadership and direction to the specific sports program, as it exists in the applicable grades. S/he will be involved in the selection and evaluation of assistant coaches and will be primarily responsible for developing, defining, and delegating specific duties to them. District Varsity Head Coaches must get their certification in AED/CPR and First Aid. It is essential that they present themselves as models for athletes in terms of appearance, character, and sportsmanship. Duties include pre-season, in-season, and post-season tasks. Also, there may be ongoing responsibilities to provide the Activities Director with information needed to maintain a sports webpage; at a minimum, this would include a team photo, roster, and the schedule for the year.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Design and implement effective training programs that focus on skill development, physical conditioning, and mental preparedness.
• Coordinate meet schedules, manage entries, and ensure athletes are prepared for events.
• Serve as a role model in character, professionalism, and sportsmanship while promoting a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Maintain records of practice attendance, meet results, and athlete performance, and ensure compliance with district, conference, and WIAA (Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association) regulations.
• Collaborate with assistant coaches, the Activities Director, and school administrators, as well as maintain open communication with student-athletes and their families.
• Ensure the safety of all participants by supervising practices, meets, and maintaining certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED usage.
• Attend all coaches'' meetings
• Understand the rules and expectations affiliated with the particular sport
• Follow WIAA rules
• Follow all rules and guidelines set forth in the Activities and Support Staff Handbooks

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• The Head Girls Volleyball Coach is responsible for supervising all aspects of the volleyball program, ensuring the safety and development of student-athletes during practices, meets, and team activities. This includes enforcing team rules and school policies, monitoring individual progress, and fostering a positive and inclusive team environment. Additionally, the coach oversees assistant coaches, program logistics, and compliance with safety and athletic regulations.

Physical Requirements:

• Must possess the ability to maintain a high level of physical activity, including frequent walking, standing, and pivoting across multiple volleyball courts for 3-5 hours daily to provide active supervision and instructional feedback.
• Ability to demonstrate complex volleyball techniques and execute repetitive physical motions, such as feeding/tossing balls and modeling proper racquet strokes, requiring significant manual dexterity and upper-body coordination.
• Capacity to work extended periods in varying outdoor weather conditions common to Wisconsin, including extreme heat, high humidity, and cold temperatures, while standing on hard asphalt or concrete surfaces.
• Capable of frequently lifting, carrying, and transporting coaching equipment, such as ball hoppers, heavy ball machines, and water coolers, weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must have the visual and auditory ability to monitor student-athlete safety across a wide perimeter, identifying potential hazards, player distress, or emergency situations in a high-decibel environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Contact Christopher Hahn (christopher.hahn@mapsedu.org), Activities Director, if you have questions about the program or applicable handbooks and policies.