Elite College Tennis Assistant Coach | Relocation Eligible

Connecticut College; New London (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible Full Benefits

Relocation Reimbursement

Job summary

Connecticut College is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Assistant Coach for Tennis to support the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. The role emphasizes coaching duties, recruiting within NCAA rules, and coordinating with Sports Medicine and Strength & Conditioning staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of collegiate coaching/playing experience, with a focus on maintaining ethical standards, conducting practices, and managing administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required and 1-3 years of collegiate playing and/or coaching experience.
• Experience recruiting at the college level is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting a program that aligns with the mission of Connecticut College, the department, NESCAC, and NCAA Division III.
• Prepare student-athletes for competition by planning for and conducting fitness training, sport skill practices, scouting and competitions within NESCAC and NCAA regulations.
• Conduct oneself with the highest ethical and moral standards in regard to behavior on campus and in relationships with student-athletes and members of the campus community.
• Plan and execute dynamic warm-ups and cool-downs, practices, and competitive events.
• Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards in interactions with student-athletes and the campus community.
• Ensure a safe environment for all practices, competitions, and team travel.
• Comply with all applicable rules and policies (College, department, NESCAC, NCAA).
• Support fundraising initiatives by engaging alumni and parents.
• Oversee and manage team social media and marketing efforts.
• Recruitment of student-athletes within NESCAC and NCAA rules to meet annual roster goals.
• Communicate with Admissions and the Head Coach to meet annual roster goals through a compliant recruitment strategy.
• Coordinate injury treatment and rehabilitation with Sports Medicine and Strength & Conditioning staff.
• Monitor and support student-athlete academic progress and overall well-being.
• Assist with individual meetings with student-athletes for performance and development.
• Maintain relationships with team alumni and families.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Connecticut College is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Assistant Coach for Tennis to support the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. The role emphasizes coaching duties, recruiting within NCAA rules, and coordinating with Sports Medicine and Strength & Conditioning staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of collegiate coaching/playing experience, with a focus on maintaining ethical standards, conducting practices, and managing administrative tasks.