Coaching (50%): Executes all responsibilities as Head Coach in a manner that reflects an ongoing commitment to the excellence, integrity and success of the Women’s Volleyball program, of the Office of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the University of Hawai`i at Hilo. Prepares and organizes daily practice sessions, game preparation for competition and off-season training. Recommends and prepares all schedules for home tournaments and non-conference games to the Director of Athletics. Organizes and administers the recruiting of prospective student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, PWC, and the University of Hawai`i at Hilo policies and procedures. Organizes the scouting of future opponents including video tape analysis. Organizes and directs the coaching staff to carry out the goals and objectives of the women’s volleyball program. Administrative Duties (30%): Responsibly expends allocated budget and ensures that the budget balances each fiscal year. Recommends personnel, financial and facilities requirements for the women’s volleyball program to the Director of Athletics. Implements appropriate risk management strategies at all times; engages in regular consultation with athletic training and other department sports medicine personnel to maximize the safety and wellness of student-athletes; and demonstrates concern for the overall welfare of students at all times. Responsible for recruiting NCAA eligible and fully admissible student-athletes that can compete at the NCAA Division II level in the Pacific West Conference. Recommends scholarship awards for student-athletes to the Director of Athletics. Responsible for tracking the admissions and eligibility process involving recruited student-athletes, and for working collaboratively with the Compliance Officer in this regard. Responsible for monitoring and supporting the student-athletes’ academic progress in consultation and coordination with the Athletics Academic Advisor. Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations of the NCAA as it relates to the women’s volleyball program. Responsible for assisting and supporting the Office of Intercollegiate Athletics in administration and operations. Other Duties (20%): Prepare and participate in camps and clinics as needed. Actively participate and assist in promotional, marketing, public relations and fundraising activities for the program in the community, schools, and the University campus. Provide general advising, mentoring and support to student-athletes. Role model and engage in ethical decision-making and outstanding sportsmanship. Demonstrate through actions and communicate a respect for diversity and cross-cultural differences.
Possession of a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in any field, and five (5) seasons experience coaching university or college volleyball. Any equivalent combination of education and training experience. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the general public, University community, and the athletic community. Experience working in multi-cultural environment. Valid driver’s license. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION IS FEBRUARY 4, 2025. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER THIS DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
