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What is a volleyball graduate assistant?

Volleyball Graduate Assistants are graduate students who assist the coaching staff of a college or university volleyball program while pursuing their own graduate studies. Their responsibilities typically include helping with practices, coordinating team logistics, analyzing game footage, and supporting recruitment efforts. In exchange, they often receive tuition assistance, a stipend, or both. This role allows aspiring coaches or sports professionals to gain valuable experience and develop skills necessary for a future career in athletics.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by a volleyball graduate assistant during the season?

As a Volleyball Graduate Assistant, your primary responsibilities include supporting the coaching staff with practice planning, coordinating team logistics, assisting in player development, and often handling video analysis or scouting reports. A common challenge is balancing your academic workload with the time demands of practices, games, and travel. You'll also gain hands-on experience mentoring student-athletes and may be asked to step in for administrative tasks, making time management and adaptability crucial. This role provides valuable exposure to collegiate athletics operations and can be a strong stepping stone for a coaching or sports management career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volleyball graduate assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volleyball Graduate Assistant, you need a solid understanding of volleyball fundamentals, prior playing or coaching experience, and enrollment in a relevant graduate program. Familiarity with video analysis software, statistical tracking tools, and compliance systems like NCAA rules is often required. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills help you effectively support coaches and mentor student-athletes. These skills are crucial for fostering team performance, ensuring program compliance, and contributing to athlete development in a competitive collegiate environment.

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Adjunct Coaching (Head Coach Volleyball) Temporary

Lancaster, CA • On-site

Antelope Valley College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Antelope Valley Collegeexternal

$87.04 - $94.12/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Salary: $87.04 - $94.12 Hourly
Location : 3041 W. Avenue K, Lancaster, CA
Job Type: Adjunct
Job Number: RN23-64
Department: Kinesiology & Athletics
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
ANTICIPATED START DATE: Establishing a Pool
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Letter of Intent
Current Resume
Scanned Copy of Transcripts
Two Letters of Professional Reference
RANGE: Adjunct instructors are hired on a semester basis and are paid per lecture hour equivalent (LHE). Minimum (less than a masters) and Maximum (Doctorate).
DESCRIPTION
Adjunct Instructors are temporary, part-time faculty. Antelope Valley College invites applications for our applicant pool for Coaching discipline.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Representative Duties:
  • The assignment entails coaching the Varsity Volleyball team and all aspects related to the Volleyball program.
  • Assignment of off-season conditioning and team courses based on applicant meeting minimum qualifications.
  • Coach and administer all aspects of the Intercollegiate Volleyball program.
  • Select, train, and supervise assistant coaching and game operations staff.
  • Motivate and guide student-athletes to achieve academic success and assist in their matriculation to the four-year level and/or in meeting their vocational training goals.
  • Evaluate, plan, and coordinate all programs relevant to the success of student-athletes in the Intercollegiate Volleyball program.
  • Oversee preparation of the schedule.
  • Monitor and stay within the assigned budget.
  • Engage in approved fundraising activities to supplement the program budget.
  • Assist in the identification, procurement, and inventory of supplies and equipment for the Intercollegiate Volleyball program.
  • Ensure all facilities and modes of transportation are used safely and maintained properly.
  • Promote the Intercollegiate Volleyball program within the community and our contiguous recruiting areas through recruiting, public appearances, promotional efforts, community service, camps, clinics, etc.
  • Observe all Antelope Valley College District (AVCD) Board Policies and Procedures.
  • Comply with all California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA), Western State Conference, and college rules, regulations, and policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Any bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of professional experience, OR any associate degree AND six years of professional experience.

  • Antelope Valley College Equivalency: No Antelope Valley College Equivalency

DESIRABLES:
  • Successful experience in coaching at the club level or higher
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit
  • Demonstrated ability in managing the various aspects of a volleyball program, including, but, not limited to, academic advisement, budget, coaching, compliance, evaluation, facilities, fundraising, marketing, operations, scheduling, and student support
  • Ability to plan and direct the conditioning, training, practice, match, and behavioral conduct of all student-athletes in the program
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and promote an Intercollegiate Volleyball program
  • Evidence of continued professional development or involvement in the sport of volleyball
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all people, including persons of diverse cultures and language groups and people who have disabilities
  • Ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment
  • Ability, interest, and willingness to develop and maintain working relationships with club, high school, and four-year coaches so as to recruit, retain, and matriculate student-athletes
  • Willingness to work with students having a wide range of skills, motivation, athletic, academic, or vocational goals
  • Ability to evaluate collegiate-level athletic prospects
  • Familiarity with current guidelines governing Intercollegiate Volleyball (CCCAA, NCAA, etc.)

OTHER INFORMATION
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
  • Application
  • Current resume
  • Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
  • Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
  • Two (2) current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
  • Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
  • Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
  • Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
  • Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
VISA
AVC does not sponsor visas.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.
Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police

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