General Manager / Assistant Coach - Volleyball

The General Manager / Assistant coach position requires the successful candidate to work in-person on the Twin Cities Campus location.

The general manager is expected to work closely with the head coach, sport specific staff members and all other staff members within our program and the department. They are expected to promote and uphold the behaviors and values that drive our culture and demonstrate a significant capacity for work. They should be committed to student athlete (SA) development on the court, in the classroom and in life. They should be committed to the process of improvement and be a person of character and integrity. They should also demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

The primary responsibility of the General Manger will be the recruitment, development, and management of the volleyball program student-athlete roster. The following is a detailed description of General Manager / Assistant coach duties and responsibilities:

Roster Construction and Management (50%)

• Lead all domestic and international recruiting planning, logistics and evaluations
• Communicate and advocate for and with Minnesota volleyball student athletes in the emerging spaces of NIL and Revenue Sharing
• Organize and execute prospective student-athlete official and unofficial campus visits.
• Collaborate with departmental staff to create and distribute recruiting content and materials
• Coordinate the admissions and onboarding process for student-athletes' transition to campus
• Know and adhere to all rules and regulations of the ICA, University, B1G and NCAA.

Coaching and teaching (20%)

• Participate in practice planning and technical instruction during practice
• Track our SA's and teams progress and performance
• Provide in-match coaching and tactical adjustments
• Assist with preparation of scouting reports and video analysis of opponents.

Administration (20%)

• Work with the business office and compliance to complete any necessary documentation and paperwork.
• Manage travel, material, and all recruiting related budgets
• Participate in departmental activities as required

Other duties as assigned by the head coach (10%)

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience coaching collegiate volleyball. Can substitute one (1) year of Club Coaching, playing or coaching the US National Team or a Pro Team for one year of collegiate coaching experience.
• Strong quantitative and computing skills
• The ability to communicate and connect with people
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Experience mentoring young women
• Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA and B1G recruiting rules
• A significant amount of travel is required for this position
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred:

• Master's Degree

With more than 140 years of tradition, Gopher Athletics is one of the oldest and most decorated athletics departments in the country. Minnesota was a charter member of the Big Ten Conference - our teams have won more than 200 conference titles to go with 26 national titles - and is currently home to 25 programs, the fourth-most in the league. There are more than 700 student-athletes and nearly 300 full-time employees in our athletics department. That community has built Minnesota into a nation's top- ranked public school with respect to student athlete academic performance in each of the past four years, a span of time during which the Gophers have won 13 conference team titles and a collection of individual conference and national crowns. Housed in the historic Dinkytown neighborhood on the northern edge of the University campus, Gopher Athletics is succeeding against a backdrop unique in college athletics, nestled at the heart of a bustling, modern metro area. We are proud of our decorated history, but we are prepared to achieve even greater success in the years to come. Ski-U-Mah!

Pay Range: $80,000 - $121,000 annually depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, social media check, and motor vehicle records check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).