Coastal Georgia – Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Tennis

The Intercollegiate Tennis Association; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to lead its men's and women's tennis programs. This role encompasses managing budgets, recruiting talented student athletes, and overseeing practice and game schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in coaching and a passion for athletics. Join a vibrant community that values integrity, excellence, and respect, and make a significant impact on the lives of student athletes while promoting a thriving tennis culture. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree required; Master’s preferred for this coaching position.
• Over 3 years of coaching experience in intercollegiate tennis programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, practices, and recruit student athletes for tennis programs.
• Coordinate team travel, schedules, and promote programs to the community.

Skills

Coaching and training

Problem analysis and solution development

Oral and written communication

Education

Baccalaureate degree in related field

Master’s degree from accredited institution

Tools

Budget management software

Job-related software programs

Job description

Join our Team at the College of Coastal Georgia!

Located on the southeast Atlantic coast in Brunswick, midway between Savannah, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida, the College of Coastal Georgia is an undergraduate college in the University System of Georgia with an additional outreach through the Camden Center in Kingsland, Georgia. The College provides an affordable and interactive education in the natural beauty and abundant sunshine of Georgia’s Golden Isles, an area noted for world-class golf courses and resorts as well as amazing diversity of maritime habitats, wildlife and sea creatures. To learn more about the College of Coastal Georgia’s Vision, Mission and Values please click here: Vision, Mission and Values.

Job Summary
The position is responsible for all aspects of leading the men’s and women’s tennis programs. This position is designated as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Responsibilities

1. Manages men’s and women’s tennis program budgets, including scholarship, travel, operating, and equipment budgets.
2. Plans, supervises and manages practices and strength and conditioning program; coordinates with assistant coaches; instructs players.
3. Recruits talented student athletes; evaluates players; communicates with coaches and prospective student athletes.
4. Advises and monitors the academic progress of student athletes.
5. Schedules and manages games; coordinates with other coaches.
6. Purchases program uniforms and equipment; submits requisitions for purchases.
7. Coordinates team travel; prepares expense reports and travel authorizations.
8. Promotes the men’s and women’s tennis program to the news media and community groups; speaks to civic organizations and actively supports fundraising efforts for the sport and department.
9. Performs related work as required.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

Other Required Qualifications

• Must possess a current valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and pass a yearly Motor Vehicle Report review.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Must successfully pass a credit check.

Required Experience

• More than three years experience in coaching an intercollegiate men’s and women’s tennis program or significant equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing intercollegiate sports.
• Knowledge of college-level athletic program management principles.
• Knowledge of tennis rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of budget management principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

SKILLS

• Skill in the coaching and training of student athletes.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at USG Board Policy.

• Successful completion of background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the College of Coastal Georgia, as determined by the College of Coastal Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this college and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

• College of Coastal Georgia is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

The College of Coastal Georgia provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources at 912-279-5740.

The College of Coastal Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, national origin, status as a war veteran, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

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.