Head Coach: Women's Volleyball

Title: Head Coach: Women’s Volleyball

Department/Location: History, Elsah, IL

Position Type: Full\-Time, 9\-month

Summary

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach leads and administers Principia College’s intercollegiate women’s indoor volleyball program in alignment with NCAA, conference, and institutional standards. This position holds shared responsibility for the strategic recruitment, enrollment, development, and retention of student‑athletes who align with Principia’s academic standards, institutional values, and enrollment priorities.

The coach oversees all aspects of coaching, recruiting, academic support, and program administration while fostering an environment that supports the holistic development of student‑athletes. The role collaborates closely with Athletics, the Office of Admissions, faculty, and campus partners to advance Principia’s mission and contribute to institutional enrollment success.

Who We Are

At our award\-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top\-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close\-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science\-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends.

At Principia College, our globally focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In\-depth study meets real\-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world\-renowned mediation team, top\-ranked solar car team, national champion rugby club, and the nation’s oldest student\-run public affairs conference.

Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.

Primary Responsibilities

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Program Leadership \& Team Development (Indoor Volleyball – Fall)

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• Leads the intercollegiate women’s volleyball program in compliance with NCAA, conference, and Principia College standards.
• Develops in‑season and off‑season training programs grounded in best coaching practices.
• Designs and executes effective technical, tactical, and strategic coaching plans.
• Recruits, supervises, mentors, and evaluates assistant coaches.
• Prepares practice plans, training sessions, and match strategies.
• Implements assessment plans for student‑athlete and program development.
• Manages team equipment, including distribution, recovery, and inventory.
• Provides annual recommendations regarding budget, equipment, and facility needs.
• Works with the Director of Athletics to develop competitive and sustainable schedules.
• Oversees management of home contests, including statistics, staffing, and operations.
• Coordinates team travel logistics and communicates plans to Athletics and Student Life.
• Collaborates with Athletics, Advancement, and Alumni Relations to strengthen alumni and community engagement.
• Ensures adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional expectations; promptly reports violations.
• Completes assigned administrative tasks, documentation, and committee responsibilities.

### Strategic Recruitment \& Enrollment Partnership

Recruiting is a core leadership responsibility of this role and is evaluated based on both process and outcomes.

• Designs and executes a strategic recruiting plan aligned with Principia’s enrollment goals, academic expectations, institutional values, and market priorities.
• Recruits student‑athletes who demonstrate academic readiness, character alignment, and long‑term fit with Principia College.
• Collaborates closely with the Office of Admissions to align recruiting communication, messaging, timelines, visit strategy, application flow, and yield behavior.
• Utilizes shared systems and processes, including accurate and timely documentation of recruiting activity in CRM platforms (REEF/Banner).
• Maintains consistent, mission‑aligned communication with prospective students and families through approved channels (phone, email, social media, and in‑person contact).
• Designs and leads camps, clinics, and recruiting events that support institutional enrollment strategy in both traditional and emerging markets.
• Regularly attends recruiting events and competitions to identify prospective student‑athletes.
• Coordinates on‑campus visits with Admissions and Athletics to deliver a cohesive, student‑centered experience.
• Establishes proactive strategies to support student‑athlete retention and year‑to‑year program sustainability.
• Demonstrates shared accountability for recruiting effectiveness, with performance evaluated through agreed‑upon outcomes as part of the annual performance review process.
• Supports consistency in recruiting expectations and practices across all head coach positions within the Athletics Department.

### Student Support \& Academic Balance

• Monitors academic progress and supports student‑athletes experiencing academic, personal, or social challenges.
• Ensures athletic participation supports—rather than hinders—academic success.
• Communicates student concerns promptly and collaboratively to the Director of Athletics and appropriate campus partners.
• Upholds Principia’s conduct expectations and addresses issues with professionalism and care.
• Conducts end‑of‑season evaluations and senior exit interviews focused on development, retention, and continuous improvement.

### Professional Advancement

• Attends professional conferences, clinics, and continuing education opportunities.
• Remains current with NCAA rules, sport‑specific trends, and best practices.
• Engages in professional organizations through service, leadership, or scholarship.
• Demonstrates ongoing progress toward an advanced degree or relevant professional credential.

Core Competencies

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* Strategic Recruiter: Aligns recruiting practices with institutional enrollment goals and evaluates success through outcomes.

* Results \& Productivity: Effectively prioritizes and delivers results in a dynamic environment.

* Relationship Builder: Establishes trust‑based partnerships with students, colleagues, Admissions, and stakeholders.

* Customer Service: Responds promptly and professionally to students, families, and campus partners.

* Communication: Clear, consistent communicator who adapts messaging to audience and context.

* Proactivity: Anticipates needs, initiates action, and seeks continuous improvement.

* Teamwork: Collaborates effectively and contributes to a positive departmental culture.

* Inclusivity: Values diverse perspectives and fosters a respectful, welcoming environment.

Minimum Qualifications

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• Student of Christian Science preferred
• Supportive of Principia’s guiding statements as articulated here https://www.principia.edu/about/guiding\-statements
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred or progress toward an advanced credential.
• Demonstrated coaching and recruiting experience at the collegiate or comparable level.
• Ability to understand and contribute to departmental and institutional goals.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and people‑management skills.
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain student‑athletes aligned with academic and institutional priorities.
• Strong administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and standard office technology.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and character educator.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work, but are not a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of Principia.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive starting salary range for this position: $54,183\-$61,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In addition to salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

* Generous Employee Tuition Discount: Enjoy a 90% discount on tuition (pro\-rated for part\-time staff) for your eligible children enrolled from Pre\-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded).

* Relocation: Principia provides a relocation imbursement of up to 12% of your annual salary, when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles.

* Professional Development: Access to learning opportunities, training programs, and career growth support.

* Comprehensive Benefits: Learn more about all our benefits here, including comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a 403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching, and more.

Equal Opportunity

Principia, a mission\-driven institution, believes every person has the right to an equitable and respectful educational environment and workplace. Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status.

In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principia—as an institution with a religious mission—gives preference, where appropriate, to Christian Scientists.