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Form of workMacalester College seeks to hire an Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach to assist the Head Volleyball Coach in the leadership and direction of all phases of a successful and competitive Women's Volleyball program.
- Practice and Competition- Assists the head coach in the organization, preparation of practices and in conducting safe and strategic individual and team training sessions and competitive strategies. Executes appropriate coaching decisions during practice and competition that ensure the welfare of the student athletes representing their program.
- Recruiting- Assists the head coach in the development and incorporation of a comprehensive recruiting plan that shows successful results for the recruitment, yield and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes in a a rigorous academic environment. Serves as an effective recruiter for the program working within the parameters of Macalester, MIAC and NCAA rules. Recruitment strategy results in healthy roster numbers and a competitive program against scheduled opponents.
- Travel and Game Management- Travel - Assists with the arrangement and supervision of transportation, lodging and meals in connection with off-campus competition. Ensures that the team represents the college at the highest level while off-campus. Game Management- Assists the head coach and game management staff with the preparation and event management needs at home competitive events. Assists in the coordination of special events including recruiting, alumni, the Mac Hac, and student-athlete recognition functions.
- Finance- Effectively manages and makes decisions relative to Pcard purchases and any budgetary or financial operations within the program as assigned by head coach. Follows all institutional protocol as it relates to business policies and ethical financial decisions.
- Ethics- Represents the college and its athletics program with honesty, integrity and sportsmanship at all times, to various institutional programs and students, parents, the general public, alumni and external agencies. Develops a positive, professional relationship with officials, league personnel, and coaching colleagues.
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1+ years of successful Volleyball Coaching experience. College coaching experience preferred.
- Knowledgeable in practice and training modes, competitive strategies and effective, sustained, and results oriented recruiting program. Creates a positive, organized and enriching experience for the student athletes involved in the program.
Effective teaching methods and excellent leadership, organization, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
General proficiency in current office computer technology, including admissions and recruitment software and digital media platforms.
Compensation:
The annual salary for this .75 FTE role is $30,000.
At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:
- Employer contributions to a pension plan.
- Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
- Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
- Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
- Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.
These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.
Application Guidelines
For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by January 7, 2024. All inquiries about this position should be directed to:
Tracy Harris
Talent Acquisition Manager
tharris1@Macalester.edu
Macalester is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from everyone who would add richness to our community, including people of color, individuals with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.
At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.
