Posting Information
EHRA940P
https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30226
Assistant Coach
Posting Information
EHRA940P
https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30226
Assistant Coach
Assistant Volleyball Coach - #001672
Office of Athletic Programs
Based on qualifications/experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions.
Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year. Including:
• 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list,
WCU
was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list,
WCU
was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
Western Carolina University is the
UNC
system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of
WCU
are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent
UNC
System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU
offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.
The primary location of this position is the Cullowhee, NC campus.
Assist in the coordination of the overall operation and management of the university’s
intercollegiate athletics volleyball program, including but not limited to: recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes, individual and team preparation, practice and game organization and coaching, scheduling, and alumni and community relations.
Comply with
NCAA
, the Southern Conference and University policies and regulations.
Interested candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment sponsorship or any other immigration-related assistance.
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution. One year of club and/or collegiate coaching experience.
Two years or more of collegiate coaching experience preferred with demonstrated knowledge of
NCAA
rules and regulations.
Permanent Full-Time
40
12
Posting Text
| Open Date | 03/06/2025 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.
Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information.
For questions or additional information, please contact Karen Glover, Head Volleyball Coach at (828) 227-2032.
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| Background/E-Verify |
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
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| Credential Verification |
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
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| EOE |
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
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| University Safety |
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
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Required Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. Resume 3. List of references
Optional Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Apply NowWestern Carolina University record compared to the conference
School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mercer University | 14–2 | 26–7 | 65 | — |
Wofford College | 12–4 | 23–9 | 72 | — |
East Tennessee State University | 10–6 | 19–11 | 130 | — |
Samford University | 9–7 | 15–12 | 155 | — |
Citadel | 8–8 | 15–14 | 168 | — |
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga | 7–9 | 17–15 | 233 | — |
Furman University | 7–8 | 13–14 | 199 | — |
Western Carolina University | 2–14 | 8–21 | 241 | — |
University of North Carolina at Greensboro | 2–14 | 8–22 | 268 | — |
Western Carolina University past performance
Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
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2024-2025 |
Karen Glover |
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2–14 | 8–21 |
2023-2024 |
Karen Glover |
– | 10–18 | |
2022-2023 |
Karen Glover |
– | 20–13 | |
2021-2022 |
Karen Glover |
– | 11–17 | |
2020-2021 |
Karen Glover |
– | 11–8 | |
2019-2020 |
Karen Glover |
– | 17–13 | |
2018-2019 |
Karen Glover |
– | 12–16 | |
2017-2018 |
Karen Glover |
– | 11–19 |
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