Asstistant Coach, Men's and Women's Tennis

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POSITION CODE: 7339

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POSITION CODE: 7339

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DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: Athletics

APPOINTMENT: Administrative, Full-time, Ten (10) months 

SALARY: $55,467 annually, pro-rated

INTRODUCTORY PERIOD: 1 year

BENEFITS OVERVIEW:  BROCHURE 

AVAILABLE: ASAP

POSTING DATE:  October 1, 2024

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Open until filled, Apply Immediately

 

Definition of Classification:

The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach will assist the Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach in the planning, administering, and evaluating of various aspects of the operations of both men’s and women’s tennis programs.  Also serves as a recruiter for men’s and women’s tennis programs and assists with instruction in both programs, as assigned.

Reporting to the Head Coach, is responsible for furthering the mission of the University, the Department of Physical Education and Athletics, and assigned Bulldog programs. The Assistant Coach must comply with all University, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC) rules and policies.

This position requires flexibility to work nights and weekends as well as travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests and recruiting activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists with all administrative aspects of the men’s and women’s tennis programs including completion of all administrative paperwork, team travel logistics, creation of practice plans, business operation, compliance, equipment, facilities, and events.
• Identifies, evaluates, recruits, and retains qualified prospective student-athletes for men’s and women’s tennis programs.
• Maintains effective communication with prospective student-athletes and Admissions Office.
• Arranges and conducts on and off campus visits with prospective student-athletes.
• Assists with on-court coaching, training, and skill development.
• Plans, executes, and maintains all aspects of the men’s and women’s program’s social media sites (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.).
• Scouts’ opponents and prepares scouting reports for head coach and team members.
• Runs and coordinates elite camps and high school tournaments on campus.
• Assists the head men’s and women’s tennis coach with the supervision, oversight and maintenance of the Coach Jim Verdieck Tennis Center.
• Teaches physical education activity courses in accordance with assigned load during the academic year.
• Accepts a collateral assignment (i.e., assist with game management, student-athlete education etc.) within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
• Functions as an active team member of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

 

Qualification Guidelines

Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following:

Experience/Training/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three years of tennis coaching experience.
• A valid California Class C CA drivers’ license with a good driving record is required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of applicable team or individual sports and playing rules.
• Knowledge and understanding of the NCAA Division III philosophy.
• Possess the ability to attract outstanding students to the University.
• Knowledge and understanding of the role of physical education, recreational sports, and athletics in a private, liberal arts academic setting.
• Strong interpersonal, motivational and team leadership skills to work effectively with athletic participants.
• Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills, and detail orientated.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Follow appropriate safety rules and regulation.
• Ability to recommend appropriate courses of action within established guidelines.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply applicable federal and state policies and laws.
• Ability to foster strong, positive relationships and align both internal and external resources to achieve university objectives.
• Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. 

 

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.  May be required to travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests and recruiting activities. Flexibility to work nights and weekends as required by the teams' schedules.

Physical Demands:

Incumbents regularly stand, walks and sits; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; walk on a regular basis and stand for prolonged periods; travel to various locations; distinguish colors and have depth perception; reach with hands and arms; pushing, pulling and lifting;  stoop or kneel or crouch; climb stairs; lift, carry and/or move objects typically weighing up to 25 pounds.

TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed, please call (909) 748-8040. If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact us at (909) 748-8040 to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

HIRING RANGE:  Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position defined as the  Hiring Range. Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity, and relevant qualifications.

BACKGROUND CHECK:  Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The University will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position.

DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECK:  Possession of a valid Driver's License is required for certain positions. Employees in positions that require a valid Driver’s License will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMS:  For certain positions typically in Public Safety, Facilities, Athletics and Information Technology Services departments, employment is contingent upon a candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.  Public Safety Officers, in addition to a pre-employment physical exam, will also be required to pass a psychological evaluation.

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