Assistant Director of Operations, Athletics Volleyball

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

 

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

About the Department

The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 500 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 117 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first American Athletic Conference program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats. 

 

UC student-athletes collectively posted a 3.4 overall GPA in the spring of 2023, resulting in 11 consecutive semesters of a 3.3 department GPA or higher.
 

Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our University and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field. 

 

For more information visit gobearcats.com.
 

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati (UC), Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director of Volleyball Operations (Sports Program Associate). This a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.  

The successful candidate will report to the Women’s Volleyball Head Coach and will be expected to assist with the administration of a highly competitive Division I program in the Big 12 conference. Responsibilities include but are not limited to organizing team events including game day, alumni events and team bonding, coordinating all aspects of team travel and meals, processing expense reports, tracking/reporting budget, serving as liaison to strategic brand manager and marketing unit while following University of Cincinnati and departmental policies, NCAA Division I, and Conference bylaws and regulations.  

The position requires some evening and weekend hours and travel with the team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience with the sport of volleyball and knowledge of tracking/taking volleyball statistics.  

Essential Functions

• Responsible for all aspects of any of the following functions within a sport program:
  • Business Operations (direct the operational and logistics function of the program)
  • Administrative Associate (provide direct administrative support and coordination to the coaching staff and support personnel)
• Identify program needs and implement program improvements.
• Collaborate with staff to perform administrative tasks in line with program and departmental goals.
• Serve as ambassador of the program and look for opportunities to connect the program to the community and business partners.
• May be required to drive a university vehicle and/or student-athletes.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
   

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Must be able to pass and maintain NCAA recruiting certification if required by sport program. 
• Valid driver’s license.

Required Experience

Previous experience as a coach or collegiate player or work in an athletic department setting.

Application Information

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of inter