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Summary:

The Assistant Volleyball Coach reports to the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in carrying out all activities necessary to accomplish the objectives of this sport within the guidelines of the NCAA, Sunshine State Conference and Rollins College.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities through the Head Women’s Coach.
• Assist Head Coach in recruiting, instructing and retaining highly skilled student-athletes for the women’s volleyball team.
• Provide instruction to volleyball student-athletes on the fundamentals, details and strategies of volleyball as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Adhere to all policies and regulations of the Director of Athletics, Rollins College, SSC and NCAA.
• Assist with the marketing and promotion of volleyball.
• Counsel student athletes in sport participation, personal development and academics.
• Work with the Admissions Office to enroll student-athletes.
• Assist in monitoring student-athlete’s academic progress.
• Assist in fundraising in volleyball and with major fund raisers in the Athletic Department.
• Assist Head Coach in developing game strategies.

Minimum Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Playing and/or coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of accepting the job, and acceptable motor vehicle record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A proven record of integrity, high principles and demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student athletes academically and athletically.
• Ability to effectively teach fundamentals, position details and strategies of volleyball during preparation and practice sessions.
• Ability to:
  • Motivate teams to become successful.
  • Travel and recruit student athletes.
  • Learn and comply with all policies and regulations of Rollins College NCAA and SSC.
  • Efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Front Rush, CA etc.)
  • Communicate effectively and appropriately.
  • Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
  • Interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the college community and the public.
  • Detect and correct grammatical and spelling errors in written correspondence.
  • Maintain files accurately, in paper and in software programs.
  • Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Achieve certification to drive student-athletes to team athletic events.
  • Scout opponents.
  • Work summer camps.

Work Environment:

• In-person, campus-based position.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during the sports season.
• Flexible to ever changing schedule and media needs associated with intercollegiate athletics.

Instructions to Applicants:

To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:

1. Resume 
2. Cover Letter (optional)
3. Provide three reference names and email addresses on application

Benefits & Perks:

• 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
• 10 Days - Paid Holidays
• 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More!

Additional Perks:

• Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 &  Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station
• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
• Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
• College Bookstore Discounts 
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More!

Rollins offers a competitive salary, along with our generous full-time benefits package. Click here to review our full benefits package.

Our Service 
Excellence Philosophy:

At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience.

Click here to learn more about our commitment to Service Excellence at Rollins College!

About the Athletics Department:

The Athletics Department strives to provide a broad-based program which affords Rollins students the opportunity to grow mentally, physically and spiritually. This coincides with Rollins' institutional mission of providing a "high quality liberal arts education" as well as enhancing the "quality of student life." And the institution maintains an energized environment that promotes academic success as a precursor to participation in physical education, intramurals or varsity athletics. Students will be scholars first, athletes second.

To learn more about the Women's Volleyball Team at Rollins College, please visit: https://rollinssports.com/sports/wvball.

Diversity & Inclusion at Rollins:

Rollins is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community, and the College celebrates the open exchange of ideas within a climate of civility and mutual respect. We view differences—from race and ethnicity to sexual orientation and political perspectives—as rich opportunities for understanding, learning, and growth. To learn more, please click here.

Through its mission, Rollins College is firmly committed to creating a just community that embraces multiculturalism; persons from historically under-represented minority groups are therefore encouraged to apply. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law, in its educational programs and activities.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Service Months:

12