Head Tennis Coach

Wabash Senate; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange

403(b) Retirement Plan – employer + up

Parental Leave

Job summary

Wabash College, a NCAA Division III institution, seeks a passionate Head Tennis Coach to lead the men's tennis program. The role oversees recruiting, practices, competition, and student-athlete development, while ensuring compliance with NCAA DIII rules and school policies.

The successful candidate will manage budgeting, scheduling, and staff, promote academic success, and represent the program with integrity within the college community and alumni network.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of competitive tennis techniques, rules, strategies, and player development principles.
• Strong commitment to the academic success and holistic development of student‑athletes.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to recruit and retain student‑athletes in a highly selective academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the men’s tennis program, including practice planning, on-court coaching, match strategy, scheduling, and player development.
• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student‑athletes who align with the mission, values, and standards of Wabash College.
• Monitor and support the academic progress, personal development, health, safety, and overall well‑being of student‑athletes.
• Provide instruction in the technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects of tennis to maximize individual and team performance.
• Develop and implement a competitive schedule and prepare the team for successful intercollegiate competition.
• Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches and other program personnel, as applicable.
• Manage program operations, including budgeting, equipment, travel arrangements, scheduling, and related administrative responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required institutional, conference, and NCAA documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure full compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA Division III rules, regulations, and policies.
• Foster a culture of sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork, accountability, and respect.
• Represent the tennis program and the Athletics Department in a professional manner within the campus community, alumni network, and external constituencies.
• Support the mission of the College and contribute positively to the goals of the Athletics Department.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Skills

Tennis coaching

Recruitment

Leadership

Communication

Planning/organization

Student-athlete development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wabash College, a NCAA Division III institution and member of the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC), seeks a passionate and dedicated Head Tennis Coach to join our athletics staff. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to a program that values excellence, character, and academic rigor.

Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities

The Head Tennis Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and administration of the men’s tennis program. This includes recruiting qualified student-athletes, planning and conducting practices, coaching during competition, fostering student-athlete development, and promoting academic success and personal well-being. The Head Tennis Coach is expected to lead a program that reflects the mission and values of Wabash College while ensuring compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA Division III rules and regulations.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the men’s tennis program, including practice planning, on-court coaching, match strategy, scheduling, and player development.
• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student‑athletes who align with the mission, values, and standards of Wabash College.
• Monitor and support the academic progress, personal development, health, safety, and overall well‑being of student‑athletes.
• Provide instruction in the technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects of tennis to maximize individual and team performance.
• Develop and implement a competitive schedule and prepare the team for successful intercollegiate competition.
• Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches and other program personnel, as applicable.
• Manage program operations, including budgeting, equipment, travel arrangements, scheduling, and related administrative responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required institutional, conference, and NCAA documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure full compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA Division III rules, regulations, and policies.
• Foster a culture of sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork, accountability, and respect.
• Represent the tennis program and the Athletics Department in a professional manner within the campus community, alumni network, and external constituencies.
• Support the mission of the College and contribute positively to the goals of the Athletics Department.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications

Required:

• Knowledge of competitive tennis techniques, rules, strategies, and player development principles.
• Strong commitment to the academic success and holistic development of student‑athletes.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to recruit and retain student‑athletes in a highly selective academic environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and use of administrative systems required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior management, faculty and staff members, students, alumni, volunteers, and third‑party business partners and vendors.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience coaching or playing intercollegiate tennis.
• Prior head coaching or significant assistant coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations and Division III recruiting practices and compliance standards.
• Prior experience recruiting student‑athletes at the collegiate level.

Benefits That Support You And Your Family

At Wabash, we believe supporting our employees means investing in their health, families, financial future, and professional growth. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program designed to support the overall well‑being of our full‑time employees. Benefits include:

• Medical Plan Options – Choose the coverage that works best for you:
  • A PPO plan with in‑network and out‑of‑network flexibility
  • A High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with up to $1,400 in annual employer contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary Dental and Vision Coverage
• Primary Care & Walk‑In Clinic – Dedicated access for employees and eligible family members through our partnership with Franciscan Health
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Including Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care options
• Employer‑Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance options
• Employer‑Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability CoverageGenerous Parental Leave
• 403(b) Retirement Plan – 7% employer contribution plus up to an additional 3% employer match
• Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange Programs
• Local and Community Discounts

Wabash College is an equal opportunity employer.