Chapman University – Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Tennis

The Intercollegiate Tennis Association; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a Head Coach for Men’s and Women’s Tennis, responsible for coaching, recruiting, and managing the tennis programs. The role requires strong organizational skills, compliance with NCAA regulations, and the ability to foster student-athlete growth. The successful candidate will oversee facility management and collaborate with university units to promote athletic and academic success.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to interpret and apply all relevant rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender equity and equal opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Teach, coach, practice, and condition student athletes.
• Develop and manage an annual budget and oversee expenditures.
• Partner with University Advancement to develop fundraising activities.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Organizational Skills

Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Title: Head Coach Men’s and Women’s Tennis
Position Type: Regular
Job Number: SA54124
Full or Part Time: full-time 40 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification: Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range: $68,640-$72,000
Pay Range Information: Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary: The Head Coach has comprehensive responsibilities associated with the management of Chapman University’s Men’s and Women’s Tennis programs. Duties include coaching, teaching, recruiting, fundraising and other duties as assigned in support of the Athletics Department. Duties include oversight, management and maintenance of Anderson Tennis Center. In addition, the coach is expected to provide an oversight of students, coaches and safe daily operation of all Chapman facilities. A flexible schedule and travel may be required. A successful candidate is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Chapman University, theSCIACconference andNCAA.

Responsibilities: Teach, coach, practice, and condition student athletes. Teach sport fundamentals and game strategies. Foster an educational and developmentally enriching environment for student-athletes to thrive and grow.Recruit, motivate and retain student athletes. Will work with administrators to determine student-athlete roster size limits. Work with our athletic training staff on the health and safety needs of our student-athletes.Manage and communicate a yearlong calendar that includes traditional and non-traditional seasons. Develop daily practice plans, develop and oversee a competitiveNCAAintercollegiate schedule. This includes providing safe and responsible travel to and from away competitions.Develop and manage an annual budget and oversee expenditures. Manage and maintain program facility, including partnering with others in the department to share common facility spaces.Commit to compliance ofNCAAandSCIACrules and regulations, including periodic departmental and conference meetings and training. Commit to adhering to university and departmental policies.Train and closely supervise assistant coaches, volunteer coaches and student workers for assigned sports and job responsibilities. Commit to professional growth and development opportunities as a member of recognized national coaching and sport organizations.Partner with University Advancement to develop and implement fundraising activities associated with assigned sports. Build and foster relationships with key volunteers, alumni, and parents.Oversight, management and maintenance of Anderson Tennis Center. Supervision of Tennis Facility Coordinator.Perform other duties as assigned.Responsible for collaborating with university units to foster athletic, academic, emotional, physical, and social growth. Working with financial aid, medical services, academic support, judicial affairs, psychological services, student-athletes services, international programs, and compliance. Mandatory Campus Security Authority and Title IX Mandatory Reporters.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceProven ability to interpret and apply all relevant rules and regulationsFamiliarity with and insight into the issues confrontingNCAAIntercollegiate Athletics in general and athletics at highly selective colleges in particularTechnical expertise with assigned sportsCoaching experience with assigned sportsProven success in recruiting, motivating and retaining student athletesGood organizational skills and the ability to manage prioritiesDemonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and exercise discretions and judgment on matters of significanceDemonstrated commitment to gender equity and equal opportunity in the athletic program and an understanding of the profile of the universityAppropriate certifications in First Aid,CPR,AED.

Desired Qualifications: Head coaching experience in assigned sport(s) preferredAbility to teach physical education coursesExperience working in a higher education environmentKnowledge of Chapman University policies and proceduresWorking knowledge ofNCAADivisionIIIandSCIACrules and regulations; experience working in anNCAADivisionIIIenvironment.

Special Instructions to Applicants: The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Holiday, weekend and evening work hours will be required. Travel will be required. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the College or division. This is a 12-month position.Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

ABOUT US The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) is the governing body of college tennis, overseeing men’s and women’s varsity tennis at all levels – NCAA Divisions I, II and III, NAIA and Junior/Community College.