Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Vice President and Athletic Director, the Head Volleyball Coach will provide support and assistance with all aspects of the intercollegiate volleyball and beach volleyball programs. The Head Volleyball Coach will work to provide optimal playing conditions for LaGrange College volleyball student-athletes which will include activities such as supervision of the indoor volleyball court, beach volleyball courts, locker rooms, office spaces, concession stand and the maintenance and security of all volleyball related equipment and supplies. The Head Volleyball Coach will provide information and evaluations regarding recruits, roster development, budget reports, game personnel and staff. The Head Coach is to provide strategic leadership in support of the program’s goals in alignment with the College’s mission, vision and strategic plan; to abide by the rules and regulations established by LaGrange College and the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association). The Head Coach will supervise and mentor graduate assistant; develop and manage operating budgets for the program; and participates in appropriate fund-raising activities.

Job Duties (but not limited to):

• Ensures that both volleyball programs support the mission and vision of LaGrange College;
• Ensures the development of quality, competitive volleyball teams and the educational goals and academic success of student-athletes through strategic management of the personnel, budgetary, facility, and equipment resources available to the volleyball programs; development of policies and procedures designed to assure achievement of goals and objectives; and continuous evaluation of individual and unit performance to achieve them;
• Ensures compliance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and athletic conference rules and regulations, particularly those regarding financial aid and student eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics; provides leadership in the recruitment effort for the volleyball programs and provides guidance and/or policies to staff regarding these rules and regulations;
• Supports the personal development and academic goals of student-athletes by establishing a philosophy and environment conducive to both, maintaining accessibility for student-athletes whether for athletic or academic matters, providing opportunities for academic assistance to student-athletes if required, and monitoring the academic progress of participating student-athletes;
• Advises the Athletic Director on issues relating to the volleyball programs, trends, problems and other pertinent matters by making reports, recommendations, presentations and findings, and preparing other correspondence as required or directed;
• Manages the volleyball budgets by planning and developing an annual budget for the programs which includes equipment purchases, officiating cost, or any other related resource needs;
• Develops and maintains a system to identify potential recruits and to work closely with area high school coaches, two-year college coaches and parents to recruit quality student-athletes to LaGrange College;
• Works to encourage the development of psychological, social, and mental skills necessary for the student-athletes to be successful in the classroom, on the court, and in future endeavors;
• Works with Admissions to expedite the registration, admission, and other administrative processing of all student-athletes;

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree along with coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level are required. Experience competing at the collegiate level is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to evaluate physical performance related to an inter-collegiate volleyball program

Ability to effectively communicate both within and outside the College including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, recruits, coaches, civic and business leaders

Ability to provide effective leadership to student-athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance

LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.