Head Women's Volleyball Coach

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Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

Exempt

Director of Athletics

$51,500

North Central University is a dynamic Christian learning community educating students for lives of service throughout society, the marketplace, and the church. In keeping with its Pentecostal heritage and mission, NCU models and expects excellence in both academic practice and Christian faith.

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for leading all aspects of the women’s volleyball program in accordance with North Central University’s mission and values. This includes recruiting, developing, and retaining student-athletes who fit the university culture while fostering spiritual, academic and athletic growth. Additionally, this position supports the Director of Athletics and Administrative staff in fulfilling the mission and vision of NCU athletics and enhancing the overall experience and well-being of student-athletes.

The following information is not meant to be all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

• Design and implement a comprehensive training program focused on fundamental and advanced skills, strength and conditioning, and tactical strategies.
• Develop practice plans and game strategies to ensure competitive performance.
• Evaluate and analyze team and individual performance.
• Promote a positive and disciplined team culture that aligns with North Central’s values and university standards.

• Identify, recruit and retain student-athletes who support NCU’s mission and athletic vision.
• Establish and maintain relationships with high school and club coaches to develop a strong recruiting pipeline.
• Support student-athletes in their academic success, ensuring retention, eligibility, and graduation.
• Serve as a mentor to student-athletes, promoting spiritual development, leadership, and personal growth.

• Manage the team budget, including travel, equipment, and fundraising efforts, as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Plan and coordinate travel logistics.
• Schedule in‑season and off‑season training in compliance with university and NCAA/UMAC/NCCAA guidelines.
• Oversee marketing, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory of team equipment and apparel.

• Ensure program adherence to NCAA, UMAC, and NCCAA rules and regulations, including recruiting and eligibility standards.
• Collaborate with university departments, including admissions, student development, and spiritual life, to support student‑athlete success.
• Serve on departmental and university committees as assigned.

• Managing home events.
• Transportation care.
• Camps.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in assigned sport.

• Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Ability to communicate the mission and vision of North Central University to prospective student-athletes.
• Knowledge and ability of the use of technological resources including a wide variety of computer programs and applications.
• Knowledge of compliance rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of institutional budgets and ability to manage fiscal responsibilities.
• Ability to successfully recruit and retain student-athletes aligned with NCU’s mission.
• Ability to work well with a variety of diverse personalities and departments.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a background check upon hire and periodically during employment.

• Master’s degree.
• Collegiate coaching and/or collegiate playing experience.
• Experience in scouting, recruiting, and player development at the collegiate level.
• Strong fundraising and community engagement experience.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA compliance requirements.

• Working environment involves work in an urban, Christ-centered university.
• Requires travel for games, recruiting and university-related activities.

• Position involves the use of multiple technologies including computer and its software.
• Use of standard office equipment.
• May require training and certification as needed.

North Central University employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.