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HEAD VOLLEYBALL COACH/SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Number of Openings:                       1

Employee Classification:                  Non-Exempt

Institution:                                      Cleveland State Community College

Department:                                    Volleyball/Athletics

Campus Location:                            Cleveland, TN

Salary Range:                                  $21.00 hr

Position Status:                               Part-Time Temporary / *Not to exceed 29 hours/week

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following: 

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Head Volleyball Coach/Social Media Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the College’s intercollegiate women’s volleyball program and coordinating social media operations for Intercollegiate Athletics. As a member of the Athletics Department, this position works collaboratively with Athletics staff, Student Services personnel, other college departments, high school representatives, and colleagues at other institutions to develop and maintain a high-quality volleyball program while providing an excellent experience for student-athletes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Volleyball Coaching (65%)

• Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of the intercollegiate Women’s Volleyball program, including recruiting student-athletes, scheduling practices and competitions, coordinating team travel, and managing equipment and program operations.
• Develop, administer, and monitor the program budget while maintaining equipment inventory and ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Instruct and develop student-athletes in volleyball skills, strategies, fundamentals, and competition preparation at the intercollegiate level.
• Advise and support student-athletes in academic planning, course selection, academic progress, retention, completion, and transfer opportunities to four-year institutions.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional, TCCAA (Tennessee Community College Athletic Association), and NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics.
• Oversee coaching assistants (if applicable) and participate in fundraising, public relations, promotional activities, and other Athletics Department initiatives as assigned.

Social Media (30%)

• Coordinate and manage the College’s Athletics social media platforms, including promoting game schedules, scores, team updates, and upcoming events.
• Work with coaches and staff to ensure timely submission and posting of content related to athletic programs and events.
• Create and distribute social media communications and promotional content to increase engagement and visibility for Athletics programs.
• Maintain accurate, current, and consistent messaging across all assigned Athletics social media accounts.

Additional Support Duties (5%)

• May be required to achieve additional skills, knowledge, or credential levels.
• Other duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT

Work activities regularly involve the use of standard office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, and related devices to perform tasks including data entry, document preparation, email communication, and report generation. This position also utilizes volleyball training and competition equipment, athletic supplies and uniforms, fitness and conditioning equipment, audio/visual and event technology, social media and athletics-related software, and vehicles used for recruiting and team travel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, attentive to detail, maintain flexibility, and the ability to manage stressful situations.
• Effective interpersonal skills. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking. 
• Strong administrative, organizational, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with various software packages including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to recruit student-athletes and promote their success in academics, personal development, and athletics.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and best practices, with the ability to create, coordinate, and manage content that promotes athletic programs, events, and student-athlete achievements.

JOB STANDARDS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in any combination of:
  • Coaching volleyball at the high school or collegiate level, including planning and conducting practices, developing player skills, implementing game strategies, and supporting student-athlete development.
• Valid driver’s license.

JOB LOCATION

This on-site position is based in the L. Quentin Lane Gymnasium located on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. Regular travel is required for athletic events within the College’s five-county service area, as well as travel within the state and throughout the United States for competitions and related program activities.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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If you are interested, click on the link to apply. 

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by June 23, 2026. 

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Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423-478-6203; FAX: 423-478-6257
Email: humanresources@clevelandstatecc.edu

Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

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