Occupational Summary:

The Head Tennis Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, evaluating, and administering all aspects of the men's women's tennis program. The Head Tennis Coach will instruct student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of tennis.

Work Performed:

• Direct all aspects of the coaching and management of a NCAA Division II men’s and women’s tennis programs.

• Instruction of physical health, team concepts and safety to student athletes.

• Oversee the recruiting and retention of qualified NCAA Division II student-athletes (in accordance with NCAA Bylaws).

• Instruct 1 credit hour course(s) per semester within the Department of Athletics.

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of and ability to comply with all NCAA Division II, MIAA Conference, and institutional rules and regulations.

• Monitor the eligibility status of student-athletes and mentor student-athletes in their academic progress to assure timely progress-toward-degree completion.

• Manage the program within its established budget.

• Schedule and conduct regular practice sessions and oversee the conditioning and weight training of student-athletes to ensure student-athletes are physically prepared for competition.

• Arrange a competitive game schedule with approval by the Director of Athletics.

• Submit all NCAA Division II compliance documentation, in accordance with deadlines, as requested by the Associate AD/Compliance and the Director of Athletics.

• Develop strategies to motivate maximum level of individual and team athletic performance and appropriate personal and social conduct within the mission of Newman University.

• Participate and assist with fundraising, promotional, and public relations events within the community including on-campus and off-campus events, specifically including booster club activities and community engagement/service projects.

• Planning all team travel arrangements with approval of the Director of Athletics.

• Plan, conduct, and manage tennis camps, clinics, or leagues, as appropriate, within the guidelines and regulations of NCAA Bylaw 13.12.

• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

  Required Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s Degree preferred from an accredited college or university.

• Experience as a successful tennis coach; preferably as a head coach at the college level.

• Possess valid driver’s license and be in good standing.

• Ability to recruit and retain qualified NCAA student-athletes and to facilitate timely progress toward graduation.

• Effective leadership and strong oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations preferred.

• Sound human relations skills in dealing with student-athletes, university personnel, and members of the off-campus community.

• Must be willing to be certified in First aid and CPR, as required by NCAA rules.

  Physical Requirements: (Outdoor)

• Position involves both inside sedentary work and outside work on the field in coaching and training situations with student athletes.

• Demonstration of appropriate skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries .

  Physical Requirements: (Indoor)

• Position requires durability.

• Health and safety factors to be considered include injuries from court related activities and training responsibilities.

  Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

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