Head Women's Volleyball Coach at UMS

Augusta, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

7000.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recruiting, Coaching, Mentoring, Volleyball, Team Management, Athlete Development, Transportation Coordination, Student Support

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Join Our Team at UMA! Head Women's Volleyball Coach Position Available Are you passionate about volleyball and coaching? The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking a part-time, temporary Head Women's Volleyball Coach to join our team! This role runs from July 1st through April 30th each year. Why UMA? At UMA, we're dedicated to transforming the lives of students across Maine and beyond through high-quality education and robust student support. As the third-largest public university in Maine, we provide opportunities at multiple campuses and online, making us a top choice for students of all ages. About the University [https://www.uma.edu/] UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs. UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives. A complete job description can be found here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/13wEbOnBtOdpJ5ukX5h-MWIrsQWUSAM9W/view]. Position Responsibilities: * Recruit talented student-athletes * Coach and mentor our women's volleyball team * Transport student-athletes and support staff to games Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience * Playing and/or coaching experience in volleyball Desired Qualifications: * Experience coaching at the university level Licenses/Certifications: * Valid Maine Driver’s License in good standing Salary: $7,000. Continuation is contingent upon university needs and funding. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. Application Process To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below: * A cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications * A resume/curriculum vitae * Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. One of the references must be a recent supervisor. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after 3/13/2026, will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/ [http://www.maine.edu/title-ix/]. Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report [https://www.uma.edu/compliance/annual-security-report/]. About the University of Maine System The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS [https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/] and the state of Maine. Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website [https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine].

Responsibilities

The Head Women's Volleyball Coach is responsible for recruiting talented student-athletes and providing coaching and mentorship to the team. This role also requires transporting student-athletes and support staff to games.