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What is the difference between Assistant Sports Scouting vs Scout?

AspectAssistant Sports ScoutingScout
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer sports management or related certificationsHigh school diploma; experience in sports or scouting often valued
Work EnvironmentSports events, training facilities, schools, collegesSports venues, training camps, schools, colleges
Employer & IndustrySports teams, colleges, scouting agenciesSports teams, amateur clubs, scouting agencies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level scouting roles, responsibilities, and requirementsLearning about scouting duties, experience needed, and career path

Assistant Sports Scouting typically involves supporting lead scouts by researching athletes, attending games, and assisting in talent evaluation. A Scout usually has more experience and takes on primary responsibility for evaluating athletes. Both roles require knowledge of sports, good observational skills, and industry connections, but the Scout generally has a higher level of responsibility and experience.

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Assistant Coach (FT) - Men's Volleyball

Graceland University

Lamoni, IA • On-site

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Assistant Men's Volleyball Coach 

Graceland University is seeking a dynamic and inspiring Assistant Men's Volleyball Coach to assist in leading our men's volleyball program to the national stage of excellence. Graceland men's volleyball has a history of being a successful program that competes as a member of the Heart of America Athletic Conference. We are seeking a passionate assistant coach who is committed to excellence and is willing to accept the challenge of assisting in building and bringing back the excellence of this program.

Graceland University is a private liberal arts university located in Lamoni, Iowa and competing in the competitive NAIA Heart of America Athletic Conference. The university is conveniently located 1 hour south of Des Moines and 2 hours north of Kansas City.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
 

  • Assists in the planning and implementation of details in all aspects of the Men's Volleyball program, including team organization and make ups, player selection and evaluations, practice planning and implementation, and game planning and strategy. 
  • Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
  • Represents the University at campus, alumni, and community functions. 
  • Coaches/instructs team members individually, and in groups, and demonstrate sport related skills and techniques. May coach/manage a designated skill development area or group of positions. Evaluates individual player skill performance and provides instruction in areas of deficiency as required. Reviews video to evaluate skills and determine needed areas of development.  
  • Assists in organizing and producing scouting reports/information on opponents.
  • Assists with team discipline, player counseling, and related matters requiring discretion, decision making and independent judgment. 
  • Participates in the evaluation of high school talent through high school visits, on-sight match observations at high school, regional, state, and national competitions, and film/video review and analysis. 
  • Pending academic credentials, may teach one class per semester in the Transformational Leadership Major.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Athletic Director. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and one to three years' experience competing, coaching, or involvement in men's volleyball at the high school, college, or national level required.
  • Master's Degree and such experience preferred.
  • Effective communicative and public relation skills.
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills.
  • Competent knowledge of sport specific techniques, skill development and game planning.
  • An understanding of how to help build and manage a team.
  • The ability to understand and articulate program needs.
  • Demonstrated competency in helping to meet program objectives, working independently and collaboratively, and helping to establish program priorities.
  • An ability to communicate with and interact positively with students, faculty, staff, and the broader University community.
  • Knowledge of the operational use of computer and video technology.
  • The ability to develop a safe and functional working environment.
  • An appreciation of and a willingness to adhere to the HOA and NAIA philosophy, rules, and regulations.
  • Ability to follow directions and accept decisions.

Position will remain open until filled. Click Apply to submit letter of application, resume, and three references.

Graceland University welcomes your application and interest in the open positions listed on this website. Updates are made regularly, so please check back often. Benefits overview is available here. Graceland offers a generous paid time off policy, which includes vacation, sick leave and holiday pay.
Graceland is a nonsectarian institution sponsored by Community of Christ, which provides a rich Christian heritage. Graceland has two main campuses: one located in Lamoni, Iowa, and one located in Independence, Missouri.
Founded in 1895 and sponsored by Community of Christ, Graceland University is much more than a school. Graceland is a community of passionate, caring and dedicated individuals who make up a worldwide community network that reaches far beyond the two campuses.
All applications/resumes are kept on file for one year. If you see future positions that interest you, please let us know so we may submit your application materials. Reference letters will not be accessible to applicants during the application process nor after becoming an employee.

Graceland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Graceland welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. We're looking for candidates who share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Graceland University consists of two campuses: the Lamoni campus is a residential liberal arts institution situated in south central Iowa, approximately 70 miles south of Des Moines, IA and the Independence, Missouri campus which focuses on degree completion, adult and graduate programs.