Assistant Coach-Volleyball

Job Overview

This position reports to the Head Volleyball Coach. The successful candidate will operate with a committed understanding that in the pursuit of athletic excellence, we also seek to develop students for Christian life and service. This position is a temporary, full time during the volleyball season (August - November) and will pay a stipend in the low $20,000s.

Primary Responsibilities

Coaching Leadership

• Assist volleyball coaching staff in practice planning, instructing, and reviewing practice video
• Assist volleyball coaching staff in game preparations
• Comply with the mission and vision of Wheaton College; adhere to all College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin and NCAA rules and regulations
• Assist in scouting of opponents and preparation of scouting reports to team

Secondary Responsibilities

Spiritual Leadership

• Encourage and develop personal relationships with student-athletes
• Encourage a holistic environment for the well-being of student-athletes
• Serve as a consistent role model and resource for student-athletes

Administrative Leadership

• Assist the head coach in administrative duties as needed
• Assist the head coach with planning/budget, team meals during away games, and team transportation.
• Assist head coach in all aspects of the recruiting process including evaluation of prospects, visit coordination, and ongoing recruiting communication (i.e. calls/texts/mailings)
• This job description is intended to represent key areas of responsibilities; specific assignments may vary from time to time depending on the operational needs of the department.

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree;
• 3-5 years collegiate playing experience;
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes on and off of the volleyball court;
• Excellent communication skills;
• A commitment to the values of NCAA Division III athletics and Christ-centered education;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Competency in MSOffice computer programs

Faith Qualifications

Affirmation of the Wheaton College Statement of Faith as a faithful expression of one’s own theological convictions

Affirmation of the biblical standards for Christian character and God-honoring behavior described throughout the Wheaton College Community Covenant, and promise to adhere to them in personal practice

Support of the Wheaton College Christ-Centered Diversity Commitment, the Gender Equity Vision Statement, and the College’s Convictions on Human Sexuality. These commitments can be found on the Wheaton College website.

Physical Requirements

• The person in this position must be able to drive/transport athletes; set up and take down volleyball equipment; and lift, move, and carry up to 25lbs.
• FLSA Status ‐ Exempt
• Updated May 2023