Tennis, Assistant Men's and Women's Coach

University of Saint Joseph; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford is seeking a part-time coach to assist with all aspects of its collegiate tennis program. Responsibilities will include recruiting student-athletes, organizing team travel, and enhancing player development.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree and previous coaching experience at the secondary or collegiate level is preferred. This is a dynamic work environment requiring a high level of energy.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting qualified student-athletes is preferred.
• Previous coaching experience at the secondary and/or collegiate level is preferred.
• Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the process of recruiting prospective qualified student-athletes.
• Oversee practice and game planning.
• Organize team travel.

Skills

Recruiting

Coaching

Player development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Overview: Assist the head coach with organizing and directing all aspects of a collegiate program, with a focus on recruiting qualified student-athletes and supporting their personal, athletic, and academic success. This is a part-time appointment with duties including recruiting, travel management, scheduling, player development, and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the process of recruiting prospective qualified student-athletes.
• Assist in the development and supervision of practice and game planning.
• Assist with the organization of team travel.
• Demonstrate technical skills at the collegiate level.
• Assist with fundraising.
• Ensure compliance with all College, NCAA Division III and CNE policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required by the Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Previous coaching experience at the secondary and/or college level preferred

Other Qualifications

• Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, as noted below, with or without reasonable accommodation

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements and description of the work environment are representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bending

  Substantial

• Climbing (e.g. stairs)

  Substantial

• Keyboarding

  Substantial

• Kneeling

  Substantial

• Lifting (indicate maximum weight)

  Substantial

• Reaching

  Substantial

• Sitting

  Substantial

• Standing

  Substantial

• Using Telephone

  Substantial

• Walking

  Substantial

• Other (please explain):

  Substantial

Work Environment (a brief description)

The Athletic Department is a fast paced, intensive, high energy environment. Coaches and staff work intensive schedules including weekends and evenings.