Assistant Volleyball Coach

This position is part of the Department of Athletics and Recreation at Bucknell University, a member of the NCAA Division I (FCS in Football) and the Patriot League for 23 of 27 varsity sports. All Athletics staff members are expected to contribute to Bucknell's commitment to inclusion and belonging.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationship:

• Reports to the Head Volleyball Coach

Work Setting/Schedule:

• Primarily on-campus
• Must be able to travel with the team for competitions and for recruiting, per permitted recruiting calendar
• Requires night and weekend availability

What You Will Do:

• Assists with player training, including developing and implementing competitive performance strategies and practices.
• Motivates and encourages players to work hard, analyze their performance, and implement improvements.
• Provides academic guidance and support to players.
• Schedules practices, informs players of the schedule, submits applications for competitions, and collects statistics on player performance.
• Ensures that players, equipment, and facilities are well-prepared and organized.
• Scouts new recruits and collaborates with the head coach to guide prospective student-athletes
• Assists in making travel arrangements and travels with team to competitions.
• Non-Essential Responsibilities: The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed

What You Will Bring:

Required

• Bachelor's Degree
• Prior experience coaching or competing at the collegiate level (preferably with success at a comparable institution)
• Ability to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification
• Valid US driver's license, and the willingness to drive a university omnibus, as needed. Motor Vehicle Record Check will be required upon hire.

Preferred, But Not Required

• 1-2 years collegiate athletics experience preferred
• Strong commitment and ability to motivate, teach, counsel, and recruit academically qualified student-athletes
• Proven leadership skills
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Physical Requirements

• Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day

Job Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: 33,280.00-41,600.00

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.