Head Coach Volleyball chez FRIENDS UNIVERSITY

Description

Friends University is seeking to fill the Head Coach for Women's Volleyball position in Wichita Kansas. The Head Coach for Women's Volleyball provides leadership and direction for all aspects of the NAIA intercollegiate volleyball program. The coach is responsible for fostering a culture of academic success, athletic excellence, meeting recruitment goals, and character/spiritual development consistent with the mission and values of the university and principles of the NAIA's Champions of Character initiative. This position may supervise assistants, graduate assistants, and interns. While standard business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the successful candidate must be available for evening and weekend work based on game schedules and practice.

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).  The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Qualifications

Three years of successful coaching experience at the collegiate level preferred. Ability to recruit and develop student athletes. Knowledge of NAIA rules and compliance process preferred.

Bachelor's degree is required, Master's preferred.

Strong understanding of volleyball fundamentals, strategy, and player development. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are required. Ability to foster a culture of respect, integrity and academic success. Must be able to multi-task and be a part of a fast paced demanding environment.

Ability to maintain confidential information, strong time management and leadership development skills. Must be able to work in a variety of weather and able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds.

Please visit our employment site at https://www.friends.edu/employment-opportunities/  to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.

Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints. As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply. Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.