Head Coach - Men's & Women's Tennis

Johnson & Wales University; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading university as the Head Coach for Men's & Women's Tennis, where you will develop a competitive intercollegiate team. This role includes overseeing practices, managing budgets, and ensuring student-athlete success both academically and athletically. The ideal candidate will have a strong coaching background and a commitment to fostering a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in athletic coaching, collegiate playing, or related fields.
• First Aid, CPR, AED certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee practices and competitions for student-athletes.
• Develop recruitment plans for successful athletic program.
• Manage departmental budget and coordinate fundraising activities.

Skills

Coaching

Supervision

Team Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Join to apply for the Head Coach - Men's & Women's Tennis role at Johnson & Wales University

This position involves coaching, supervising, and developing an intercollegiate varsity tennis team, including in-season and off-season programming, in accordance with institutional and departmental objectives and the rules of athletic governing bodies. Responsibilities include creating a competitive and fiscally responsible schedule of intercollegiate competition.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan, strategize, and oversee practices and competitions to ensure a positive and competitive experience for student-athletes.
• Develop recruitment plans to enroll student-athletes for a successful athletic program.
• Establish and implement team rules and protocols.
• Support the personal development and competitive spirit of athletes while promoting their educational success.
• Emphasize academic progress, retention, and graduation rates.
• Supervise team activities at competitions, ensuring adherence to rules and regulations.
• Represent the university and team at athletic events and conferences.
• Coordinate fundraising activities to support team expenses.
• Manage departmental budget.
• Supervise and develop staff, providing professional growth opportunities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in athletic coaching, collegiate playing, or related fields.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• First Aid, CPR, AED certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of collegiate coaching experience.

Additional Notes

Candidates must reside or relocate within commuting distance of the Charlotte Campus upon hire. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.