Head Coach Men's and Women's Tennis

Misenheimer Campus - Misenheimer, NC 28109

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Overview

Position Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Shift

Day

Education Level

Head Coach Men's and Women's Tennis

Misenheimer Campus - Misenheimer, NC 28109

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Overview

Position Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Shift

Day

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Travel Percentage

Travel required

Category

Education

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Description

As a head coach in Pfeiffer University’s intercollegiate athletic program, the incumbent will be responsible for all functions relating to the management and running of a successful Division III men’s and women’s tennis programs, including recruiting, budget management, student-athlete supervision, scheduling events, and fundraising. Knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA rules, Conference rules & regulations, bylaws, constitutions and related university rules, regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for recruitment of prospective student-athletes for both men’s and women’s programs as set by the Athletic Director and ADR.
• Manages all aspects of the tennis programs, including coaching the team during traditional and non-traditional segments; planning, organizing, and supervising practices.
• Develops and maintains a competitive program while maintaining compliance with NCAA and USA South rules and regulations. Educating self, assistant coaching staff and team on NCAA Compliance rules.
• Responsible for the overall discipline/conduct and academic progress of players.
• Inventories and orders supplies and equipment for both programs.
• Reports any needs or maintenance of the facilities and equipment to the Director of Athletics or Sports Administrator.
• Assist in academic monitoring and support for student-athletes.
• Maintain and develop alumni engagement and build donor relationships.
• Organize annual summer camps and clinics.
• Abides by Pfeiffer University, NCAA and USA South rules and regulations.
• Coordinate fundraising efforts for the sport within the guidelines set forth by the Athletics Department and the Advancement office.
• Represents the institution and the department in a positive and professional manner.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned by the Athletic Director, including but not limited to, game management responsibilities and assisting with department events and fundraising activities.

• Collateral responsibilities: 

  • Participation in fundraising activities 
  • Acceptance of service on college committees 
  • Membership and active participation in professional organizations 
  • Attendance of convocations, staff meetings, graduations 

• Staff member is responsible for the monitoring an institutional facility for the purposes of safety and facility security. Coach supervision is to prevent any activity that is dangerous to a student-athlete or other students. This does not allow the supervisor to direct or provide instruction to student-athletes while supervising.

• Responsible for any other assignments required by the Athletic Director.

• Responsible for Work-Study students within the tennis program.  Manage volunteer assistant coaches.

Head Tennis position is normally outdoors with students training, supervising or competing. Unpredictable changes are to be expected and are considered normal circumstances that come with being a collegiate coach. Must be willing to work weekends, nights and certain holidays.

Benefits

• Paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Hospital Indemnity, Short Term Disability, Critical, Accident and Voluntary Life Insurance

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Previous collegiate coaching experience, preferably at a NCAA Division III school, or success as a head coach at the high school level.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership and a commitment to, and understanding and appreciation of, NCAA Division III athletics and wellness in a private liberal arts college.
• A current and valid driver's license is required.

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