Assistant Coach

**Please read the Job Description carefully.**

The Position

Redeemer University seeks dynamic individuals to help lead, organize, direct, & further develop the Women's Volleyball program within the OCAA, CCAA, and NCCAA. Under the general direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach must possess the ability to effectively and inspirationally lead university-level athletes while working as part of a team to foster a distinctive culture in competitive athletics that trains student-athletes to share the love and hope of Jesus Christ wherever they are called to compete and serve. The Assistant Coach will help the head coach lead a team that displays excellence in Christian service, competition, academics, and campus leadership.

**This is a PT / Contract Position**

**Responsibilities**
- The Assistant Coach will work with the head coach to fulfill the following responsibilities:_

**Coaching**
- Help plan and conduct regular practice sessions during the academic year as permitted by OCAA, CCAA, and NCCAA.
- Analyzing game and practice video.
- Assisting the Head Coach with all Game Day responsibilities.
- Ensure the safety of all student-athletes by carefully monitoring activities, equipment, and facilities utilized by the designated sport.

**Recruitment**
- Help recruit students who align with the University's mission and the Department's Vertical Purpose and are academically eligible to participate according to the OCAA, CCAA, NCCAA, and Redeemer University regulations.
- Conduct on and off-campus recruiting and talent evaluations as a representative of Redeemer University.
- Work with the Head Coach to organize and conduct multiple recruiting visits and events annually.

**Spiritual Leadership**
- Assist the head coach in providing consistent opportunities for the spiritual development of student-athletes within the department's Vertical Purpose.
- Contribute to the faith development of the individual student-athlete by challenging student-athletes to excel as followers of Christ for His glory.
- In collaboration with the Athletics Department, develop, implement, and execute opportunities for Christian service through the medium of sport.
- Demonstrate Christian values in attitudes, words, and actions that will positively reflect the testimony of Jesus Christ and Redeemer University.

**Preferred Skills and Attributes**
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, sound administrative skills, and strong motivational abilities.
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, as the sports season includes evenings and weekends.
- Knowledge and understanding of collegiate sports rules.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and disciple student-athletes in their Christian faith.

**Education, Training & Certifications**
- First Aid and CPR certified.(attainable upon hire)
- A minimum of two years of coaching experience at a high-performance level is preferred.
- NCCP certified or equivalent preferred.

**Other Requirements**
- Understanding and commitment to Redeemer University (mission, values, and Reformed Christian identity)
- The ability and desire to work successfully within a team-oriented department environment.
- Ability to do light physical work such as setting up training equipment.

**The Application Process**

**Position reports to**: Athletics Director

**Anticipated start date**: ASAP

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ancaster, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ancaster, ON