Employment Opportunities at USD

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As part of the University of San Diego, a Roman Catholic University, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence and enhancing students' lives while promoting the University of San Diego.

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

This recruitment is open to current University of San Diego employees only. Only current USD employees are eligible to apply and be considered for this position.

To assist and support, under the supervision of the Head Coach, the development and operations of the University of San Diego’s Women’s Volleyball team, an NCAA Division I program in the West Coast Conference. Duties include on-court coaching and scouting, administrative duties, and recruiting identification. Act as the liaison between the team and the marketing and communications and academics departments. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

In practice responsibilities:

• Supervision of players in a coordinated and planned program of practices and competition, with a concern for the players’ health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation.
• Gym set up and video recording, as well as technical support
• Assist with the organization and implementation of daily practices.
• Assist with creating scouting reports and video montages of opponents.

Administrative Duties: 

• Team travel, meal and itinerary organization
• Camp organization and logistics.
• Concur expense report reconciliation
• Equipment and apparel order, inventory and organization
• Prepare the end of the season banquet and awards.
• Prepare monthly newsletters

Travel: 

• Organize all team and recruiting travel, flights, hotel, and itineraries
• Meal orders
• Bus and ground transportation
• Budget reconciliation

Marketing, Social Media, Fundraising:   

• Work alongside sports information to create a calendar of social media posts to attract both recruits and followers of the program.
• Create content for the program.
• Work with the marketing department on the plan and implementation of in-game entertainment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• California driver’s license required within six weeks of hire date.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required within six weeks of hire date.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to travel for extended periods of time for athletic and recruiting events.
• Successful completion of required background checks.

Background check:  Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Knowledge of the game required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with a Division I women’s volleyball program preferred.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, West Coast Conference and University of San Diego preferred.

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with athletes, members of the University community, the San Diego community, and all media.
• Possess good management skills.
• Ability to understand the goals and responsibilities of running a successful athletic program at the NCAA Division I level.
• Ability and desire to represent the University professionally and responsibly, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Adherence to and appreciation for NCAA/conference/league regulations and the ability to instill those values in subordinates and students.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Volley Station, and Volleymetrics.

$5858.67 - 6,000 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers.  Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.  USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position.  Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Hours: 40 hours per week

Closing date: June 19, 2026

Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.