****Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: Casual Hire – Assistant Men’s Volleyball Coach
Hiring Unit: UHM Athletics
Location: Men’s Volleyball
Date Posted: August 20, 2026
Closing Date: August 24, 2026
Full Time / Part Time: Temporary Full-Time
Other Conditions: Position is a temporary casual hire position and offers no benefits, hours not to exceed 40 hours per week. 89 day appointment.
Duties and Responsibilities (* Denotes essential functions of the position):
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The Assistant Coach will assist with all aspects of NCAA Division I Men’s Volleyball Program, including student recruitment and development, on court coaching, contest scheduling, compliance with NCAA, Conference, and University of Hawaii rules and regulations, student-athlete academic achievement, and other duties assigned by the Head Coach.
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Assists and participates in practices and intercollegiate competitions. Teach necessary skills from the basic fundamentals to the techniques and strategies of team play.*
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Promotes and fosters a positive team environment, appropriate behavior, and sportsmanship by team members. Responsible for the conduct of team members both on and off the court. *
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Promotes and maintains an environment where the physical, mental, social and academic well-being of all student-athletes are a priority.*
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Assists with evaluating, recruiting and selecting qualified prospects who have the ability to compete in the classroom and athletically. Actively seeks out and encourage a diverse group of prospects and assist them through the application process. Work collaboratively with the Compliance, Student Affairs, and Academics Office staff to qualify and process prospects in a timely and efficient manner. Makes recurring contacts by telephone, written correspondence, off-campus visits and evaluations, and coordination of campus visits as assigned by the Head Coach. *
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Assists with overseeing the academic progress and success of student-athletes including promoting and maintaining an environment that encourages academic achievement as measured by academic eligibility, retention, and graduation. *
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Assists in scouting of opponents including the exchange and analysis of film.*
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Assists with securing uniforms and equipment including managing apparel agreement and having all apparel appropriately lettered & numbered and ensuring team has necessary equipment for the season (i.e. balls, carts, nets, and other required equipment and supplies). *
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Assists with overseeing all aspects of team travel, including air reservations, securing hotels, ground transportation, per diem allocation and travel requests and completions in an expedient manner. *
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Participates in sports clinics, exhibitions, and camps as approved.
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Actively participates in fundraising, promotional, and public relation activities for the sports program. *
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Maintains collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, other college offices, and appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors, and other individuals interested in the sports program.*
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Responsible for performing the duties of a Campus Security Authority as defined by University policy and federal law with regards to the Clery Act. *
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Maintains confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawaii policies. *
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Knows, recognizes, and complies with the laws, policies, rules, and regulations governing the University of Hawai‘i and its employees, and the rules of the NCAA and affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future. Immediately advises the Director of Athletics or designee if there are reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees, students, or others, have occurred or will occur. *
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Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
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Graduation from an accredited four year college or university;
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One (1) year experience coaching volleyball at the college or university level;
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or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
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Knowledge of men’s volleyball as competed at the collegiate level.
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Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
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Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
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Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
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Ability to travel with the team as required.
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Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
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Ability to travel independently to various geographical locations in a timely manner. Required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
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First Aid, CPR and AED certification within 45 days of employment start date.
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Computer, cell phone, and social media technology competency.
Desirable Qualifications:
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Successful Division I volleyball coaching experience
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Ability to work effectively in multicultural societies, similar to Hawai‘i.
To Apply:
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
