POSITION: Head Coach / Men’s Volleyball

DEPARTMENT: Athletics Department

POSITION REPORTS TO: Senior Associate AD / Compliance & Student-Athlete Development

OVERVIEW:

Manhattan College, an NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro-Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), is seeking applications for the vacant position of Head Men’s Volleyball Coach. The successful candidate is responsible for all aspects in leading a competitive NCAA Division I men’s volleyball program to include, but not limited to: recruitment of qualified student-athletes, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches, game scheduling, coaching (practice and in-game), successful management of program budgets, fundraising, meet NCAA APR requirements while supporting student-athlete academic success, and develop championship teams while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Must be committed to and manage the program within the guidelines of the NCAA, MAAC and Manhattan College Department of Intercollegiate Athletic policies and procedures and will be expected to work cooperatively with all constituencies and campus units.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must demonstrate the ability to recruit, coach and improve (teach) talented student-athletes

• Market and promote Manhattan College volleyball program.

• Must exhibit leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student athletes and staff.

• Must be a team player, and have the ability to support and assist other employees.

• Develop a positive atmosphere for the program both internally and externally within the athletic department and College.

• Manage and direct the program to include recruitment of qualified student-athletes.

• Hiring, supervision and evaluation of assistant coaches.

• Game and practice scheduling,

• Direction of all practices, teaching and demonstrating coaching skills.

• Successful management of program budgets and fundraising.

• Supporting student-athlete academic success.

• Develop championship teams, while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

• Work cooperatively with athletic personnel, attends department meetings and activities.

• Builds and sustains positive relationships with student-athletes, former players, faculty, alumni and staff.

• Represents the college positively when interacting with community, alumni, high school and club coaches, and media.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred

• Minimum of 3-5 years of full-time prior experience at the Division I level.

• Assertive, outgoing, hard-working and resourceful.

• Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships and create partnerships with a wide range of constituent groups.

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Possess a valid driver’s license.

• Required to travel and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail and keep specific timelines.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to problem solve.

• Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, alumni, and community.

Salary: $61,000

Manhattan College is an independent Catholic coeducational institution in the Lasallian tradition. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a college with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V