Position Overview

The Merrimack College Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for providing leadership and supervision for all aspects of an NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball program by recruiting academically qualified prospective student-athletes, developing and implementing effective training sessions, practices and match strategies, educating and coaching student-athletes, and supporting student-athletes in their personal, academic and athletic development at Merrimack College. This full- time position, reporting to an assigned sports administrator, is responsible for oversight of the women’s volleyball program in accordance with NCAA Division I, Northeast Conference (NEC) and Merrimack College rules, regulations and policies.

Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee all aspects of the program, demonstrating effective communication and planning, strong organizational and administrative skills, sound decision-making and visionary leadership.

• Responsible for the recruitment of quality student-athletes to meet specified enrollment goals, which includes evaluating talent, visiting/communicating with prospective student-athletes and parents/guardians, planning on-campus visits and completing the appropriate forms and communication with the athletic compliance office, as needed.

• Determine athletic scholarship allocation for prospective student-athletes, working within requirements set and communicated by athletic administration.

• Organize, plan and conduct effective and efficient team practices and individual skill instruction sessions with demonstrated ability to teach and instruct student-athletes.

• Secure non-conference contests and build a competitive schedule; communicate schedule with designated sports administrator in advance for approval.

• Responsible for preparing individual players and the team for competition: prepare scouting reports and utilize video and technology to teach, improve and develop players.

• Demonstrate sound fiscal responsibility in the management of the department-approved budget for the program.

• Plan, communicate and execute effective fundraising strategies to raise revenue for the program through philanthropic giving and/or other revenue generating activities.

• Participate in the development of the whole student-athlete — athletically, academically and personally, regarding individual well-being and life skills.

• Help monitor and ensure the academic progress of student-athletes.

• Represent the program with the highest level of professionalism, sportsmanship and integrity.

• Build a community of fans and friends, both on and off campus, to support and engage with the program.

• Foster and maintain a culture within the program that demonstrates a commitment to NCAA rules compliance.

• Foster and maintain a culture within the program that demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as well as mutual respect and belonging.

• Participate in departmental activities including all-staff meetings, compliance education, diversity, equity and inclusion, training, guest speakers and other events/meetings.

• Fulfill other specific areas of responsibility related to the program as assigned by the assigned sports administrator and/or Director of Athletics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• Demonstrated success as a player with appropriate knowledge of the sport and experience teaching and developing skills and ability.

• Commitment to supporting the academic success and overall well-being of student-athletes.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent administrative and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and complete tasks by established deadlines.

• NCAA collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred.

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desire to be a more diverse, equitable and inclusive institution of higher learning.

• Resume

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Required Vaccinations:

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

All Merrimack College students, faculty and staff are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 and up to date with booster recommendations as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), or attest to a medical, religious or personal concern about being vaccinated. Every member of the Merrimack College community must take personal responsibility and complete an attestation that validates each individual’s compliance with the College’s COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack’s Augustinian mission and values and advance our work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. All candidates should describe in their application previous experience related to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Augustinian mission, our Catholic faith and our values of diversity, equity and inclusion.

About Merrimack College

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 5,000 undergraduates and graduate students from 32 states and 37 countries, and comprises schools of liberal arts, science and engineering, health sciences, education and social policy, and business. The College’s 260-acre campus is approximately 25 miles north of Boston in North Andover and Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges & Universities/Medium Programs institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, coming in 46th out of 170 schools ranked in the Regional Universities North category in 2020. Merrimack is also listed as one of the top 10 most innovative schools and placed 35th for best undergraduate teaching programs among schools in the U.S. News category.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer