Assistant Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach

Duties: day-to-day coaching of student athletes; individual skill instruction; recruiting athletic and academically sound, competitive student athletes that can compete on the NCAA Division II level; establishing a strong working relationship with the University and surrounding community; follow NCAA, Great American Conference and University rules and regulations; assistance with pre-match preparations to include travel arrangements and player accommodations. Candidate will also assist in community and public relations, promotion of teams within the community, oversight of local practice facilities as well as serving as a positive role model for student athletes. Additional assignments depending on qualifications will be assigned by the Director of Athletics and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; demonstrate evidence of successful experience in coaching; record of success in collegiate and/or interscholastic tennis coaching/competing; excellent written and oral communication skills with a strong attention to detail; interpersonal skills and commitment to total success of students. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for five (5) persons who may be contacted as references to: The Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E University 9288, Magnolia, AR 71754 or HR@saumag.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, review begins immediately. Applicants must show proof of U.S. employment eligibility. Non-listed references may be contacted. AA/EOE.

Assistant Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach

Duties: day-to-day coaching of student athletes; individual skill instruction; recruiting athletic and academically sound, competitive student athletes that can compete on the NCAA Division II level; establishing a strong working relationship with the University and surrounding community; follow NCAA, Great American Conference and University rules and regulations; assistance with pre-match preparations to include travel arrangements and player accommodations. Candidate will also assist in community and public relations, promotion of teams within the community, oversight of local practice facilities as well as serving as a positive role model for student athletes. Additional assignments depending on qualifications will be assigned by the Director of Athletics and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; demonstrate evidence of successful experience in coaching; record of success in collegiate and/or interscholastic tennis coaching/competing; excellent written and oral communication skills with a strong attention to detail; interpersonal skills and commitment to total success of students. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for five (5) persons who may be contacted as references to: The Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E University 9288, Magnolia, AR 71754 or HR@saumag.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, review begins immediately. Applicants must show proof of U.S. employment eligibility. Non-listed references may be contacted. AA/EOE.

Posted: June 24, 2024