National War College Alumni Association

Full-time

To administer a Division I program in the sport of Women’s Volleyball consistent with the policies of Miami University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and other appropriate governing bodies (i.e. Mid-American Conference).

The Head Volleyball Coach will be responsible for facilitating the academic, athletic, and
overall growth of every volleyball student-athlete. Additionally, this individual, will work closely
with the Volleyball Sport Administrator and Athletic Director, to continually assess and elevate
the program's status in the areas of academics, recruiting, budget tracking and reporting, equipment
ordering, marketing/public relations, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, departmental
compliance, alumnae engagement, facility management.
This position specifically supports the mission of the University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics by assisting in institutional compliance with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations.

• Plan, organize and direct all activities involved with a Division I volleyball program.
• Develop and monitor the academic progress of students through graduation rates and APR scores.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes of character who can developmentally thrive at Miami University.
• Conduct the volleyball program in accordance with all NCAA rules, including attendance at
compliance meetings, appropriate record keeping for recruiting and playing/practice seasons, monitoring eligibility of student-athletes in the program, and assisting in the education of student-athletes about NCAA rules.
• Plan and administer all practice and game related activities.
• Hire and supervise full-time assistant coaches and support staff
• Develop, track, manage and be fiscally responsible for the sport budget.
• Purchase and coordinate sport equipment along with assigned Equipment Manager.
• Work with strength and conditioning staff to develop a program suitable for student-athletes.
• Work alongside the Wellness Services personnel to ensure the physical and mental health and safety of all student-athletes is of utmost importance
• Process financial aid recommendations as appropriate for the volleyball program.
• Monitor the admission process for incoming student-athletes with the Office of Admissions.
• Represent the volleyball program to outside constituencies (media, civic groups, donor
functions, campus departments, student groups, etc…)
• Participate in departmental activities, including service on committees and attendance at all scheduled required meetings.
• Assist in the identification of career outreach opportunities for student-athletes.
• Engage the Miami Volleyball alumnae across the country through a systematic stewardship
process along with the help of the Sports Administrator and University Advancement Office.
• Participate in activities as requested by Miami Athletics Development Office

Bachelor's Degree
Experience in coaching at a Division I level or with Division I collegiate playing experience

Master's Degree

Knowledge of NCAA rules and policies