Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach

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Position Information

| Job Title | Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach | | FLSA Status | Exempt | | Posted Salary Range | Commensurate with experience. | | Employment Status | Full Time | | Department | Tennis | | Job Summary |
The incumbent will assist the Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach with managing a competitive Tennis program that adheres to all University, SWAC, and NCAA rules and regulations while providing a safe and accepting environment for student-athletes to grow and develop academically, athletically and one which encourages personal responsibility, sportsmanship and service to others. | | Knowledge Skills and Abilities |
- Thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport - Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations - Strong knowledge of tennis skills and strategies - Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal - Strong coaching and recruiting skills - Strong organizational skills - Ability to recruit effectively - Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community | | Essential Job Functions |
- Assists with year-round recruitment of high school and junior college players, including traveling to prospective games/events, phone calls and letters to both coaches and players - Assists with delivering coaching instructions in a variety of learning styles - Assists with pre/post workouts - Ensures tapes/video equipment are prepared for home and away games and exchange tapes with opponents - Records statistics for each match - Represents Alcorn State University and the men’s and women’s tennis program in a professional manner | | Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree. - One (1) year collegiate coaching experience, including effective leadership, communications, coaching and recruiting preferred | | Licensing and Certifications |
N/A |

Physical Requirements

| Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas | | | Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds | | | Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds | | | Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds | Frequently | | Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds | | | Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds | | | Travel | Frequently | | Extended Work Hours | Frequently |

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S994 | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Location | Lorman | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Open Date | 02/21/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | No | | EEO Statement |

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

| | Advertising Summary | Excellent Benefits Package |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a bachelor's degree?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Do you have one (1) year coaching experience, including effective leadership, communications, coaching and recruiting?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Unofficial Transcripts 3. Letter of Recommendation (Professional) 4. Letter of Recommendation (Personal) 5. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal) Optional Documents