Head Womens Volleyball Coach

Metropolitan State University of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Head Women’s Volleyball Coach is responsible for providing visionary leadership to a program with a strong tradition of excellence within the RMAC and NCAA Division II. This position oversees all aspects of the women’s volleyball program while fostering an environment committed to competitive success, academic achievement, student athlete wellbeing, and institutional integrity. The Head Coach will lead all phases of the program—including recruiting, practices, competition preparation, budget management, alumni engagement, and supervision of staff—while ensuring full compliance with NCAA, RMAC, and university policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of three (3) years of collegiate coaching experience.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting prospective student athletes.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Successful collegiate head coaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience with fundraising, revenue generation, and alumni engagement.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership & Competitive Excellence Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of an elite NCAA Division II women’s volleyball program.
• Coordinate all practice, training, and competition activities to prepare the team for success.
• Develop comprehensive preseason, in season, and offseason skill development programs.
• Foster a positive team culture that supports the holistic growth and development of each student athlete.
• Recruiting & Student Athlete Development Recruit academically and athletically qualified student athletes who are aligned with institutional values.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high school and club coaches.
• Monitor academic progress and work collaboratively with the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance to support student athletes’ academic success, retention, and graduation.
• Ensure student athlete involvement in NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills, SAAC, and leadership development opportunities.
• Program Administration & Compliance Work with the Director of Athletics to select and schedule contests.
• Manage program operations within established budgetary guidelines.
• Oversee, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches and support staff.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance to ensure adherence to all NCAA, RMAC, and institutional rules.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and operational procedures to uphold program integrity.
• Health, Safety & Student Athlete Welfare Ensure appropriate safety standards are maintained during all team activities.
• Work collaboratively with athletic trainers, strength and conditioning, and team physicians to support student athlete health and return to play processes.
• Community Engagement, Fundraising & Alumni Relations Strengthen program relationships with alumni, supporters, donors, and community partners.
• Assist in fundraising and revenue generating activities, including camps, clinics, and engagement events.
• Serve as a visible ambassador for MSU Denver Athletics within the campus community and broader Denver region.
• Other Responsibilities Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Benefits

• The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time