Assistant Women's Tennis Coach

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word seeks an Assistant Women's Tennis Coach to support the Head Coach and Director of Tennis in a competitive NCAA Division I program. The role emphasizes accountability, development, and excellence in line with UIW and Southland Conference standards.

Position is funded for five years based on fundraising success; works Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm with potential evening/weekend duties. Salary ranges from $43,266 to $49,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Two years of collegiate or higher competitive tennis experience.
• One year of professional tennis coaching experience at the high school level or above; graduate assistant coaching experience considered.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an insurable driving record.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

College tennis coaching

Organizational skills

Recruiting

Budget and travel management

NCAA compliance

Relationship building

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Women's Tennis Coach supports the Head Coach and Director of Tennis in all aspects of operating a competitive NCAA Division I Women's tennis program. The position plays a key role in fostering a culture of accountability, development, and competitive excellence consistent with UIW's mission and Southland Conference standards. The Assistant Women's Tennis Coach reports to the Head Coach and Director of Tennis.

Note this position is funded for five years based on fundraising revenue with continuation depending upon fundraising success.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Must exhibit leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student-athletes.
• Must be a team player and have the ability to support and assist other employees.
• Ability to coach a successful tennis team at the college level.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to successfully recruit college-level academically and athletically prepared student-athletes.
• Ability to manage the myriad of on-going responsibilities within a competitive college tennis program, including effectively managing budget, travel, staffing, and parent communications.
• Knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA academic and compliance regulations.
• Ability to build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, former student-athletes, faculty, alumni, staff, and San Antonio tennis community.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree.

Required Work Experience

• Two (2) years of collegiate or higher competitive tennis experience.
• One (1) year of professional tennis coaching experience at the high school level or above. Note that graduate assistant coaching experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

Must have a valid driver's license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.

Work Hours

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm with flexibility to include some evenings, weekends, and holidays based on team schedule.

Physical Demands

Ability to effectively move about to appropriately demonstrate plays and drills in this sport, as well as sideline coach during games.

Posting Number

AS2276PO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Administrator (exempt)

Desired Start Date

10/01/2026

Reports To

Director of Tennis Operations

Salary

$43,266 - $49,000 depending on experience

Open Date

08/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).