Head Coach, Volleyball

University Overview

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long‑term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Reporting to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreational Sports, the Head Coach, Volleyball, will provide strategic leadership to all aspects of the women’s volleyball program. This position requires frequent travel, as well as working evenings and weekends.

• Leads the organization, planning, teaching, and coaching of all practices and games.
• Implements strategies to improve student‑athletes’ skill development through practice and competition.
• Identifies, evaluates, and recruits quality student‑athletes in compliance with University, Atlantic 10 Conference, and NCAA policies.
• Tracks academic monitoring of student‑athletes through their completion of graduation, working with the Office of Academic Athletic Advising.
• Manages the annual operating budget and respective fundraising gift account.
• Implements fundraising activities to support the operating budget.
• Oversees team travel, equipment, and supplies.
• Represents the University at internal and external marketing, public relations, and fundraising events as required.
• Maintains strong relationships with Admissions, Residential Life, Dining Services, and the Development Office.
• Complies with all NCAA , Atlantic 10 Conference, and University rules and regulations.

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Supervises the work of other Fordham employees who are individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, training and developing, managing performance and administrating corrective action. Has significant input in compensation decisions.

Operates University‑owned or leased vehicles to transport students, staff, and/or equipment in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and insurance requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of three years of volleyball coaching experience

• High‑level organizational skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and motivation to building a successful program.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Master’s degree.
• Collegiate head coaching experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Minimum Starting Salary $90,000

Maximum Starting Salary $110,000

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

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• Posting Number A993P
• Number of Vacancies 1
• Start Date ASAP
• Posting Date 12/03/2025

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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