Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach

Job Description Summary

This position organizes, conducts and supervises all aspects of a Division II Men’s & Women’s Tennis teams, within the parameters designated by the University, Sunshine State Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of tennis, and a commitment to the academic and athletic development of student-athletes.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

Job Description Summary

This position organizes, conducts and supervises all aspects of a Division II Men’s & Women’s Tennis teams, within the parameters designated by the University, Sunshine State Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of tennis, and a commitment to the academic and athletic development of student-athletes.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Recruit, select, and retain high-caliber student-athletes for both men's and women's tennis teams.
• Plan/manage all competitions and practices of the program, including in-season and out-of-season player development.
• Promote a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
• Provide successful coaching, counsel and direction, to ensure that team members have the opportunity to realize their potential as athletes, students, and members of the general University community.
• Monitor and support the academic progress of student-athletes, emphasizing the importance of both athletic and academic success.
• Collaborate with academic support services to ensure student-athletes meet eligibility requirements.
• Stay informed and ensure compliance with all NCAA or relevant athletic association rules and regulations.
• Educate student-athletes on compliance matters and uphold the highest standards of integrity.
• Create positive support for the program within the campus community and outside constituencies including alumni, parents and friends of Saint Leo University.
• Adhere to NCAA Division II, SSC, and Saint Leo University rules and regulations, supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of the University and its intercollegiate athletics program as well as adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
• This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties or responsibility requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation, subject to reasonable accommodation.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of coaching tactics and techniques.
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to recruit student athletes.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes.
• Ability to prioritize practice plans, recruiting and game management.
• Budget management experience preferred
• Must be willing to work and travel nights and weekends as the match schedule and recruiting requires.
• CPR and first aid certification

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous college or university tennis coaching experience
• College playing experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university required; Master’s degree preferred
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Lifting of equipment
• Exposure to various outside weather conditions

Special Instructions

Required Documents

In addition to a resume, the following documents are required for consideration. Please upload documents in the second step of the application packet process:

• Cover Letter
• Values Statement - (500 words or less), should highlight how your philosophy and practices fit the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Saint Leo University. The Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Core Values are available on the Saint Leo website at https://www.saintleo.edu/about/mission-values.

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here:Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period