Work in a faith-based environment committed to
academic excellence and global influence.

As a member of the Athletic Department staff, this position reports directly to the Director of Athletics. 

Work Location: Virginia Beach, VA 

Essential duties: Critical features of this job are described below.  They may be subject to change at any time, due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Recruiting and retention of student-athletes who are mission fit, academically solid, and athletically skilled.
• Adhere to, support, and follow the academic standards and requirements of the university regarding the recruiting and eligibility of prospective and current student-athletes.
• Assist beach and women’s volleyball student-athletes in obtaining spiritual growth and track academic progress. Provide appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the success of each student-athlete’s spiritual development and completed stated program of study.  
• Report any known or suspected violations of the NCAA and/or university rules by head coach, assistant coach(es), student-athletes, staff, etc. promptly to the Director of Athletics.
• Organize and supervise all practices, games, and other workout sessions for the beach and women’s volleyball team. Lead effectively in the instruction and coaching of student-athletes.
• Evidence of a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing intercollegiate volleyball competition and adhering to the rules and standards established by NCAA.
• Promote community service projects for the beach and women’s volleyball teams to complete per the mission of the NCAA, Regent Athletic Department and Regent University.
• Abide by and comply with the constitution, bylaws, and interpretations of the NCAA and university rules and regulations relating to the conduct and administration of the program.
• Supervise assistant coach(es) in all areas including, but not limited to compliance by such coaches with NCAA and University rules and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree preferred in Sports administration or related field, or significant higher education experience.  
• Prerequisites for the Job: 
  1. Two to three years of successful high school, college, or private volleyball coaching experience is required; three to five years of successful college-level coaching experience or equivalent is preferred. 
  2. Proven ability to communicate effectively one-on-one, in small groups, and in public speaking contexts.
  3. Proven ability to communicate ideas and priorities effectively to promote teamwork and achieve desired results.
  4. Demonstrated strategic planning skills and an ability to assess the team’s competitive strengths and vulnerabilities.
  5. Demonstrated skill in making strategic recommendations to enhance the team’s performance. 
  6. Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule.
• Personal Characteristics: Strong relationship with Jesus Christ. Commitment to integrating Scripture in coaching and interactions with student-athletes. Demonstration of humility, integrity, maturity, organizational skills, creativity, flexibility, and patience.

Candidates must have:

• Commitment to Regent’s core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity 

Regent University does not discriminate in employment in its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status. For full Non-Discrimination Policy click here.

Benefits

Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package.