Title: Assistant Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach
Category: Full-time, 12-month
Summary/Objective
Reporting to the Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach, the Assistant Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach is responsible for assisting with the goals of guiding and building an elite-level NCAA Division II program. This requires the promotion of academic achievement and character of the student-athlete, fans, and the overall College community. A focus on recruitment and retention of student-athletes, the implementation of a full developmental team program, game knowledge, on-court practice plans, individual player development, generation of net tuition revenue, direction of summer Tennis camps, and meticulous budget management are essential for this position. The Assistant Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach must abide by the NCAA, Conference Carolinas, and Title IX regulations.
Benefits
Lees-McRae College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical plans with wellness incentives, Aetna dental coverage with orthodontia for children, and a voluntary vision plan for all employees. Life and long-term disability insurance are employer-paid, with optional voluntary life coverage available. Employees can take advantage of flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan with up to 5% employer match after one year, and generous paid time off including vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and college-closed days. Tuition waiver benefits are available for employees and dependents, along with access to a national tuition exchange program. Additional perks include free monthly dining, discounted meal plans, and required direct deposit for payroll.
Essential Functions
- Assisting with overall management of the Tennis program, establishing and adhering to policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines in compliance with the policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines of all College, NCAA, State, and Federal Laws.
- Recruit elite-level prospective student-athletes that will excel within the College framework and make successful progress toward graduation.
- Monitor academic progress and the retention of students affiliated with the Tennis program, implementing action plans in collaboration with the Faculty Athletic Representative and Burton Center for Student Success.
- Formulate an effective philosophy to promote the educational welfare and sportsmanship of the student-athlete in alignment with the College’s mission.
- Assume responsibility for sportsmanship, conduct, and academic progress of all students affiliated with the Tennis program.
- Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and Conference Carolinas regulations.
- Oversee communication with recruits, player evaluations, official visits, and try-outs.
- Conduct training, development, and supervision for team members.
- Introduce Tennis techniques and skills through practice sessions and demonstration.
- Improve level of play and offer opportunities for success as an athlete.
- Evaluate team members, scout opponents, and address overall team needs.
- Manage all operational, fiscal, and administrative activities for the Men’s Tennis program.
- Coordinate and conduct individual workout programs, including conditioning, strength training, and multiple Tennis skill sets.
- Achieve roster goals through extensive player evaluation and recruitment.
- Meet net tuition revenue targets by properly awarding athletic scholarships.
- Oversee a fully, competitive developmental program.
- Promote the athletic program and Tennis through attending community events, public speaking, fundraising, revenue generation, and marketing.
- Direct multiple weeks of summer Tennis camp and ID camps throughout the year.
- Comply with NCAA, conference, and Lees-McRae College regulations and policies.
- Participate in institutional professional development and training.
- Display behavior consistent with professional ethics and the Lees-McRae faculty and staff handbook.
- Special projects and other duties as assigned by the Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach.
Competencies
- Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner.
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.
- Effective analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
- Ability to recruit and retain elite-level student-athletes.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
- Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and adapt as needed.
Supervisory Responsibility
Direct supervision of one graduate assistant coach, as well as any student assistants or managers.
Work Environment
Normal office environment in addition to non-traditional environment that includes gymnasiums, weight room, and locker room. Coach can be outside for team activities and extra skill sessions.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, 12-month position. A flexible work schedule that will include days, evenings, and weekends is required. Work hours vary from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, with frequent weekend and evening hours as needed.
Travel
Extensive travel is typically required for this position to recruit prospective student-athletes and attend away competitions. Occasional travel for conferences, training, or obtaining certifications/licensures may be required.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.
