Men's and Women's Head Tennis Coach

Alvernia University; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvernia University seeks a Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach responsible for managing competitive NCAA Division III tennis programs. This role entails recruitment, mentoring student-athletes, ensuring academic success, and fostering a positive team environment. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and coaching experience, with a commitment to the university's mission and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and successful experience as a student-athlete and/or coach is required.
• Master’s degree and head coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and be a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment strategy, ensuring academic success of student-athletes.
• Foster positive environment for personal growth and discipline.
• Administer program compliance with university and NCAA regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Team-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary: The Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach is responsible for providing ethical leadership in starting and managing all aspects of competitive NCAA Division III Tennis programs including, but not limited to, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes and preparing student-athletes for success through practice planning, strategy development, and skill instruction. Essential Functions: 1. Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share this responsibility in the performance of their roles while demonstrating: service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability. 2. Design, implement, and execute a comprehensive recruiting strategy and plan that will identify, recruit, and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes in accordance with all university admissions standards and procedures; meet or exceed annual established recruiting goals. 3. Ensure commitment to the academic success of the student-athletes, including monitoring academic progress and attendance and involving appropriate academic support resources when necessary. 4. Foster a positive environment where student-athletes can learn, grow, and reach their potential; serve as a mentor, advisor, positive role model, and exemplar of good character and integrity; monitor discipline and conduct of student-athletes to foster personal growth and ensure adherence to community standards and appropriate codes of conduct/expectations. 5. Generate revenue through the recruitment, organization and management of outside tennis events (camps, clinics, high school & college invitations, etc.). Additional Responsibilities: 1. Maintain appropriate records and paperwork and ensure program (head coach, assistant coaches, student-athletes, etc.) compliance with all university, Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) and NCAA policies, rules, and regulations. 2. Design and implement a formal communication plan that includes regular meetings with student-athletes, assistant coaches, and appropriate administrators. 3. Work with the Coordinator of Equipment & Operations and the Director of Athletics and Recreation for budget/purchasing planning to ensure a balanced budget annually. 4. Serve as Gameday Administrator for selected home contests/events. 5. Other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics, informed by the experience and expertise of the candidate and departmental need.

Qualifications/Education:

1. Commitment to the mission statement, core values and goals of Alvernia University.

2. Bachelor’s degree and successful experience as a student-athlete and/or coach is required. Master’s degree and college head coaching experience is preferred.

3. A demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and athletic administration. Commitment to be a good colleague and team player.

4. Demonstrated problem-solving, strong leadership, communication, organizational, and team-building skills/capabilities; ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment.

5. Commitment to fostering a positive student-athlete experience where safety, health, and well-being of student-athletes is paramount.