Assistant Women's Tennis Coach

Job Summary

POSITION PURPOSE
Assist the head coach with all aspects of the women’s tennis program.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the head coach in all aspects of coaching
• practice and game preparation
• recruitment of prospective student-athletes
• travel planning and other administrative duties assigned by the head coach.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and the ability to identify and recruit qualified student-athletes, including the ability to communicate effectively with recruits, parents, and coaches.


2. Outstanding skill instruction, strong playing background, and the ability to motivate players in both a practice setting and competitive games.


3. Appreciation for the role of intercollegiate athletics in a rigorous academic environment, and the desire to help student-athletes strive for balance in that setting.


4. Strong administrative and computer skills, as well as excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree and coaching and/or playing experience at the collegiate (or similar) level.


2. Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Must be highly motivated, respectful, have the ability to work both independently and in team settings, and have sound decision-making ability in all aspects of the women’s tennis program.


3. Valid driver’s license and ability to successfully pass background check and driving record check.


4. Ability to pass a pre-employment physical.