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Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 20113066
Position Title Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach
FTE 1.0
Position Type Staff
Department Women's Volleyball
Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
The Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach assists the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach with directing and supervising the operation of the volleyball program within the rules and regulations of the Texas State University System, Lamar University, the Southland Conference, and the NCAA. The position requires a commitment to compliance and academics leading to graduation of student-athletes. The position will also support the Women’s Volleyball program through recruiting and other administrative responsibilities as needed.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:
  • Assists the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach with on court coaching during practice and
    competition.
  • Assists in developing a successful recruiting program and will attempt to recruit the best
    students as well as athletes.
  • Recognizes and promotes the best interest of the student-athletes both academically and
    athletically – encouraging each to graduate.
  • Assists the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach with a variety of administrative duties.
  • Actively participates in fundraising and development along with the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach and Athletics Director.
  • Available to the news media on appropriate occasions as determined by the Head
    Women’s Volleyball Coach in conjunction with the Assistant Athletics Director for Media
    Relations.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Key Competencies:
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Commitment to compliance and academic success.
  • Effective communication, both written and oral.
  • Exceptionally strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to assist with budgetary management for department.
  • Strict adherence to established NCAA, Southland Conference, Texas State University System, and Lamar University rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements:
  • This position required sitting and standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds while performing the essential functions as described within the essential job functions.

Job Conditions:
  • Duties are typically performed within athletics facilities and other buildings or outdoors.

Who We Are: 
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:
  • Health, dental & vision insurance 
  • Life insurance
  • State of Texas Retirement plans
  • Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
  • Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. 
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits – Lamar University  
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 1 – 2 years NCAA and/or professional experience as a volleyball coach required
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules required
  • Strict adherence to established NCAA, Southland Conference, Texas State University System and Lamar University rules and regulations.
EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary Commensurate
Work Hours
Application Information

Posting Date 02/25/2025
Close Date 05/26/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree?
    • No
    • Yes
  3. * Do you have a 1 – 2 years NCAA and/or professional experience as a volleyball coach?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Unofficial Transcript 1
  3. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Miscellaneous