Assistant Volleyball Coach

TALLADEGA COLLEGE
Assistant Volleyball Coach – Candidate Requirement Sheet
Position Summary
Talladega College Athletics is seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Assistant
Volleyball Coach to support the continued growth and success of the Tornadoes Volleyball
program. Reporting directly to the Head Volleyball Coach, the Assistant Coach will assist with
on-court coaching, player development, recruiting, game preparation, and administrative
operations while upholding the mission and values of Talladega College and NAIA athletics.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Coaching & Player Development (Approx. 40%)
● Assist in planning and conducting daily practices that emphasize skill development, team
systems, conditioning, and volleyball IQ
● Provide position-specific instruction and technical feedback to student-athletes
● Evaluate athlete performance and contribute to individualized development plans
● Support strength, conditioning, and injury-prevention efforts in coordination with athletic
training staff
2. Recruiting & Talent Evaluation (Approx. 25%)
● Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes through film review, scouting,
camps, showcases, and communication
● Assist with official and unofficial visits, prospect communication, and recruiting follow-up
● Maintain recruiting records and databases in accordance with NAIA eligibility and
recruiting regulations
● Collaborate with admissions, financial aid, and compliance to support roster
management
3. Game Preparation & Strategy (Approx. 20%)
● Assist the Head Coach with game planning, scouting reports, lineups, and match
strategy
● Analyze opponent film and contribute to tactical adjustments
● Support match-day preparation, warm-ups, and in-game responsibilities

4. Administrative Support & Collaboration (Approx. 10%)
● Work collaboratively with athletic training, academic support, and game management
staff
● Assist with team travel planning, practice logistics, and program operations
● Help maintain statistics, reports, and internal documentation as directed
5. Other Duties (Approx. 5%)
● Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletics Administration
● Uphold and ensure compliance with Talladega College, NAIA, HBCUAC conference, and
policies
● Serve as a positive mentor and role model for student-athletes
Minimum Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred)
● Volleyball coaching experience at the collegiate, club, or high school level
● Strong knowledge of volleyball fundamentals, training methods, and rules
● Understanding of NAIA eligibility and recruiting processes (or willingness to learn)
● Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
Preferred Qualifications
● Prior collegiate coaching or recruiting experience
● Experience with video analysis software (e.g., Hudl, DataVolley, Volleymetrics)
● Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel
● Commitment to the academic, athletic, and personal development of student-athletes