Overview
Assistant Coach, Beach Volleyball (Athletics) Jobs in Tucson at University of Arizona
Posting Number req26303
Department Administration and Athletics
Department Website Link arizonawildcats.com
Location Tucson Campus
Address 1 National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85641 USA
Position Highlights
The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics, fostering, integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success.
The University of Arizona invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Coach, Women’s Beach Volleyball. The position reports to the Head Coach of the Women’s Beach Volleyball Program and acts within the rules and regulations of the University, the Big 12 conference, and NCAA.
This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and travel for competition and recruiting.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Running effective team practice and small group skill sessions.
Conducting video sessions and analyzing practice/match play.
Supervising and directing student-managers.
Assist with scheduling of practices and competitions.
Assist with Academic Monitoring.
Supervising team and individual practice.
Arrange and manage team travel.
Working with Event Management staff to prep facility for game days.
Adhering to NCAA and Big 12 conference rules.
Participate in the organization of community events and outreach.
Assisting the head coach in recruiting high-level student-athletes on a regional level.
Oversight of data in ARMS (departmental compliance program).
Budget accountability.
Additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Sound verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
Dedication and motivation initiate, lead and support value-added projects.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Knowledge of NCAA, Big 12, and University of Arizona position related rules and compliance.
Fosters a collaborative work environment through respectful and effective communication.
Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities and successfully manage multiple priority projects.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Competitive playing and/or coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level.
Must be available to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends and travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree.
Experience contributing to academic and athletic success.
Working knowledge of NCAA regulations.
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 + nights and weekends
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Athletics
Benefits Eligible Yes – Full Benefits
Rate of Pay Depends on Experience
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Steven Walker
Head Coach, Beach Volleyball
[email protected]
(520) 621-2908
Open Date 6/18/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant Please submit Resume, Cover Letter, and the answers to the following questions as the Additional Document. Thank You.
1. Describe your knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Big 12 rules and regulations, as they pertain to recruitment and regulations.
2. Please list below any experience you have had since 2015 with high school or college student-athletes. This includes working or volunteering in any capacity with a high school, AAU, sports club, junior college or 4-year institution student-athlete, athletics team or department.
3. Applicants for this position are subject to the following NCAA Bylaws 11.4.2, 11.4.2.1, 11.4.2.2, 11.4.3, 11.4.3.1, 11.4.3.2, 11.4.4, 11.4.4.1, and 11.4.4.2. You may be asked about these Bylaws in an interview, and you may be asked to sign a future affirmation confirming the same prior to or upon your employment by The University of Arizona, if you are selected for employment. Do you understand that by submitting your application for employment, you are affirming that you have read these Bylaws, and that such Bylaws would not preclude your employment by The University of Arizona?
4. Are you the parent, coach, relative or guardian of a prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade or 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college student) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football or have any other type of association with any prospective student-athlete in the sports of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If yes, please explain.
5. Is your potential employment within the athletic department conditioned upon the enrollment of any prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade, 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If Yes, please explain.
6. Do you understand that failure to disclose any information related to your affiliation with a prospective student-athlete (student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sports of football, men’s basketball, or women’s basketball might render your application ineligible for consideration?
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [email protected].
Title: Assistant Coach, Beach Volleyball (Athletics)
Company: University of Arizona
Location: Tucson
