The University of Valley Forge seeks a Head Women’s Volleyball coach with an Administrative Role. This position reports to the Director of Athletics. This is a full-time, benefited position.

Role

Duties include managing all aspects of the women’s volleyball program. while supporting the Department of Athletics’ mission of training student athletes to Christ-centered leaders through the platform of athletics. This position also provides administrative support to Academic Department Chairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• In game coaching
• Practice preparations for games
• Game scheduling in conjunction with the Director of Athletics or designee
• Transportation to and from games with driving responsibilities
• Leadership training and Christian culture development and management
• Recruiting –Work within the enrollment management system (EMP) to keep up to date information regarding potential student athletes
• Assist the Director in preparing the budget for the volleyball program

Work Environment

Based on sport environment

Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant Role

A professional administrator who will provide high quality administrative, secretarial, and support activities under the direction of the Academic Department Chairs

Essential Administrative Duties and Responsibilities

• Service to Faculty and students in the Arts and Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, and Business Departments
• Work as part of a team providing a comprehensive, customer-focused service to students, staff, and external stakeholders with a positive, professional approach, good organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work using you own initiative
• Must be flexible as the demands of the role fluctuate with the academic year
• A solution orientated approach to work and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

Spiritual Environment

• All employees must be openly committed followers of Christ and sign the Community Life Standards
• Ability to provide spiritual leadership and help others grow spiritually

Qualifications and Abilities

• Demonstrate commitment to the holistic development of the student athlete and possess a passion for working with college-aged students
• Passion for the sport that inspires motivation for professional growth as a coach
• Proven ability to coach the sport and motivate student athletes to develop athletically

Skills and Knowledge

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate relationships
• Proficient in office-based computer programs
• Highly organized, motivated, and energetic
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate a high degree of initiative and commitment to the mission of the University to equity and diversity

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required/master’s degree preferred
• Two to three years of coaching and recruiting experience at the college level

The University

The University of Valley Forge (UVF) is an accredited Christian university of the Arts, Sciences, and Professions located on a beautiful 100+ acre campus in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. With over 40 undergraduate majors, six graduate programs, and dozens of credentialed and dedicated professors, UVF is committed to the mission to prepare individuals for a life of service and leadership in the church and the world. The University hereby affirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a disabled veteran.

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to

Veronica Bird
Director – Human Resources
Email: rabird@valleyforge.edu Fax: 610-917-395