Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Travel to 3-4 LOVB Clubs per month to deliver coaching clinics. Each clinic has very different needs, but the Assistant Director needs to be in their gyms.
• Assist in leading Coach Development Initiatives for 3,000 LOVB Coaches, focusing on innovative teaching and coaching methods.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the Coach of Coaches at each LOVB Club, serving as a mentor and resource.
• Lead in the creation and development of engaging, educational content for the Haystack intranet, including resources for coach development and practice planning.
• Provide guidance and support to Coach of Coaches in all aspects of coach development ensuring alignment with LOVB standards.
• BE a versatile and approachable figure with the LOVB coaching community, helping coaches navigate challenges and foster a collaborative environment.
• Serve as a leader and ambassador for LOVB in the broader volleyball community, representing the organization’s values and mission.
• Organize and facilitate regional coach development clinics, bringing together coaches for advanced training and collaboration.
• Help in organizing and leading Sister/Brother Club visits, fostering inter-club collaboration and shared learning experiences.
• Work closely with Directors to develop and execute, as well as implement 3- and 5-year strategic plans for Coach Development across all LOVB Clubs.
• Connect with the volleyball community to bring the best volleyball minds to the LOVB coaching community for continued education.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have an understanding of the sport of volleyball and the volleyball community.
• A clear and friendly communication style with strong listening skills, both written and verbal; customer service mind-set.
• Must be a positive, proactive, think outside the box, and organized team player.
• Strong ability to both think strategically and execute.
• Energetic, approachable and optimistic. Able to work with various personalities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize appropriately and handle multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal guidance.
• Ready to work when and where the community is there to connect. This may include nights and weekends.

Education and Experience:

• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders and proven success at building excellent working relationships; poise and maturity in relationship building a necessity.
• A bachelor’s degree in sports science, exercise science, kinesiology, physical education or equivalent.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements (Remote):

• Ability to operate a computer and use a keyboard, mouse, and video conferencing tools.
• Ability to clearly communicate via video, phone, and written channels.
• Travel may be required for site visits and events.