Head Coach Women's Volleyball

Head Coach, Women’s Volleyball
Athletics
SUNY Cortland

Position Summary:
The Head Coach, Women’s Volleyball is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the women’s volleyball program. This position manages all aspects of the program, including coaching, recruiting, player development, staff supervision, competitive success, and compliance with institutional, conference, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and SUNY Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) regulations. The Head Coach supports the academic success, personal development, and well-being of student athletes while upholding the mission, values, and standards of the institution.

Salary: $54,000 + Depending on Experience (DOE)

Major Responsibilities:
Coaching & Competitive Performance

• Develop, lead, and maintain a competitive women’s volleyball program at the conference level.
• Plan, organize, and conduct practices, skill training, and tactical preparation in support of competitive success.
• Develop and implement competitive strategies for matches and tournaments.
• Evaluate team and individual performance using video analysis and statistical tools.
• Prepare student athletes for conference and postseason competition.
• Foster a culture of accountability, sportsmanship, and excellence. Instruct and mentor student-athletes in sport-specific skills, team dynamics, physical conditioning, and safety.

Recruiting & Roster Management

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit student-athletes who meet athletic, academic, and institutional standards, in full compliance with NCAA, conference, and College regulations.
• Manage official and unofficial visits in compliance with NCAA and SUNYAC, conference regulations.
• Oversee roster management and retention of student athletes.

Student Athlete Development & Support

• Promote academic achievement, progress toward degree, and graduation success.
• Provide mentorship and support for leadership, character development, and life skills, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Maintain regular and effective communication with student athletes regarding expectations and performance.
• Assess academic performance of student athletes at least once each semester.
• Collaborate with academic support services, athletic training, strength and conditioning, and mental health professionals to support student-athlete well-being.
• Support student‑athlete retention by coordinating academic support and connecting student‑athletes with academic coordinators and campus academic resources to promote retention outcomes comparable to the broader student population.

Program Administration

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches, and volunteer staff.
• Develop and manage the program budget in coordination with the athletics department.
• Coordinate travel, scheduling, equipment, and facility usage.
• Participate in fundraising, alumni engagement, and community outreach efforts.
• Represent the volleyball program positively.
• Oversee volleyball facilities by ensuring they are well-maintained, operationally efficient, safe, and ready for practices and competitions.
• Demonstrate continuous development in volleyball through education, professional organizations, and training.

Compliance, Risk Management & Professional Conduct

• Ensure compliance with NCAA, SUNYAC, and institutional rules, policies, and regulations.
• Maintain accurate recruiting, eligibility, and compliance documentation.
• Uphold high standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment that supports health, wellbeing, and success.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA volleyball rules and regulations; Prior collegiate coaching and/or high school coaching experience; Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain student athletes; Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extensive travel; and, Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student athlete welfare.

Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree; Previous head coaching experience at the collegiate level; NCAA recruiting and compliance experience; Experience managing budgets and program operations; Coaching certifications (e.g., AVCA, USA Volleyball); Three years of coaching experience at an NCAA institution; and, Prior supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to recruit, inspire, mentor, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
• Demonstrated ability to teach or work with a diverse student population.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively – via technology, in person, and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to represent the department and college in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgement based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Ability to market and promote SUNY Cortland.
• Ability to raise funds and communicate the successes, giving opportunities and mission and goals of the athletic program to potential donors and current supporters of SUNY Cortland athletics.

Why SUNY Cortland?

Be part of a campus that values integrity, intellectual life, and a strong focus on students. Here, faculty maintain a meaningful presence on campus and contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking academic environment. Watch this video to learn more about careers at SUNY Cortland: https://youtu.be/krNjgXC95M0?si=k2l13TUB9mJ9YjD8

About the University
A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.

Apply Today!

For more information, application instructions, and to apply online, go to: https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/11142 and be prepared to attach a letter of application and curriculum vitae. Application review will begin on May 1, 2026, and application materials will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.