Head Athletic Coach

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Job Title

Head Athletic Coach

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Position Information

Job Title

Head Athletic Coach

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Position Number

354040

Requisition Number

B08828

Position Type

Administrative

Class Code

9469

Time-limited through

N/A

Type of Appointment

Full-Time

Faculty Position Sub-Type

N/A

Length of Appointment

N/A

Internal Recruitment?

No

Working Hours

8:00am-5:00pm plus nights & weekends

Department

Men's Tennis

Organization

Athletics, Intercollegiate

Division

President's Office

College

N/A

Approved Hiring Salary Range

$65,000 to negotiable

Pay Basis

Annually

Equal Opportunity

In 2020, the University of North Florida (

UNF

) received the prestigious

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Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (

HEED

) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition,

UNF

ranked highest among the

HEED

institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

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UNF

) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition,

UNF

will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

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UNF

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General Description / Primary Purpose

The Head Athletic Coach, under the direction of the Athletic Director, plays an integral role in the design, development, implementation and interpretation of departmental processes and/or programs. The Head Men’s Tennis Coach’s primary responsibility is the coaching and instruction of the sport of Tennis. Approximately 60% of the Coach’s responsibility is dedicated to the instruction of Tennis through on-field (or on-court) training and classroom training through the use of video and other teaching techniques. Approximately 40% of the Coach’s responsibility is recruiting and other administrative duties.

Essential Duties

| Job Function |
The Head Coach is responsible for directing the activities related to the Men’s Tennis program to include: coaching, planning, organizing, recruiting, and adherence to budgets and rules as defined by UNF, ASUN Conference, and the NCAA. 1. Coach student-athletes in Tennis at UNF. a) Use working knowledge of skills to prepare game and practice plans to benefit the growth of the student-athlete in their chosen sport. b) Assist and encourage student-athlete in their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence. c) Oversee the academic progress of the student-athlete in conjunction with the Academic Advisor. d) Counsel all student-athletes as needed in academic, disciplinary and personal matters. 2. Maintains adherence to college sport regulations, policy and accreditation procedures and follow UNF, ASUN, and NCAA rules and regulations in all aspects of running the program 3. Oversee and direct recruitment of student athletes on behalf of the athletic program. 4. Organize, plan and conduct team practices and games. 5. Scout prospective athletes at various sporting events. 6. Represent UNF in professional, civic, and charity and alumni events. 7. Serve as program’s contact for administrators in regards to budget, rules compliance, and other duties customarily designed with a Head Coach. 8. Adheres to all institution, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. 9. Reports all known NCAA violations in accordance with institutional, conference, and NCAA policies and guidelines. | | Percentage Of Time | |

Posting Detail Information

| Marginal Functions |
May assist in other athletic programs as determined by the Athletic Director. Solicitation of outside income for the Men’s Tennis program. Attendance at Osprey Club fund raising projects. Public speaking at civic clubs, etc. to promote the overall athletic program. It is an expectation of the Athletic Director that coaches and administrative/support staff will support, to a reasonable extent, the activities of sports within the total program via attendance at scheduled events. | | Required Qualifications |
This position requires either (a) Master’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and two years of experience directly related to the job functions; (b) Bachelor’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and four years of experience directly related to the job functions; or (c ) 8 years of direct experience. | | Faculty Position Required Qualifications |
n/a | | Departmental Requirements |
Must have demonstrated ability to lead and direct a sports program; working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; good oral and written communication skills; and strong organizational skills. Coaching experience at the Division I level is preferred along with collegiate playing experience. | | Statement(s) of Understanding Definition |
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is responsible for any NCAA and Atlantic Sun Conference bylaws and guidelines that a member of the UNF Athletic Compliance Department provides in addition to all UNF regulations. The individual must also assure that NCAA, Conference and UNF regulations are followed to the best of their knowledge and any violations thereof are reported to UNF Athletic Compliance.

Campus Security Authority (CSA) This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that your responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make you someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSAs responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in-person training session. For more information concerning the training sessions or CSAs, please contact the University Police Department at (904) 620-2800 or the Office of the General Counsel at (904) 620-2828.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator. | | Required Licensure or Certification |
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) First Aid
Valid Driver’s License | | Machines/Equipment used regularly |
Machines and equipment used to coach tennis. | | Anticipated Start Date | 07/08/2024 | | Job Posting Date | 05/24/2024 | | Application Review Date | 05/31/2024 | | Application Deadline | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Point of Contact Information | Donna Kirk, d.kirk@unf.edu | | Hiring Official | Donna Kirk | | Location if not Jacksonville | Jacksonville | | Special Instructions |
Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Donna Kirk at d.kirk@unf.edu. | | Quicklink | https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/27770 |

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Optional Documents

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