The University of Jamestown is starting a women’s tennis program and is in search of our first head coach. Starting in 2025-26, the University of Jamestown will be part of NCAA Division II, competing in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
Job Description:
Essential duties and Responsibilities
The University of Jamestown is starting a women’s tennis program and is in search of our first head coach. Starting in 2025-26, the University of Jamestown will be part of NCAA Division II, competing in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
Player Development – provide coaching skills to individuals and team. Focus on improving skills, abilities, and performance.
Recruitment – recruit high quality students and athletes that align with the university’s mission and values.
Team Management – strategize team operations, practices, game planning, travel, scheduling, etc.
Game Strategy – adapting to opponents and situations. Maximize the team’s chances of success.
Supervision – all assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and volunteer coaches will be under the supervision of the head coach.
Leadership – excellent work ethic and motivational skills. Assists in the athletic department, supports the Jimmie family, and takes part in Jimmie athletic successes.
Community Engagement – engage in fundraising, alumni relations, and promote the women’s tennis program.
Communication – prominent level written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
Fundraising – collaborate with the athletic department to raise money for the program.
Compliance – understand and abide by the rules and regulations of the NCAA.
Academics – monitor and facilitate academic progress of student-athletes.
Sportsmanship – maintain sportsmanship in relations with staff, players, officials, opponents, and spectators.
Administrative duties – work within the rules set forth by athletic administration, operational procedures, student handbooks, and facility handbooks.
Student-athlete well-being – work closely with the athletic training staff and team physician regarding the well-being of student-athletes.
Supports University of Jamestown Mission – our mission at the University of Jamestown is to create wholeness in students. We are a student-centered university dedicated to the development of wholeness in all members of our community.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Coaching experience.
Experience recruiting student-athletes.
Valid Driver’s License
Demonstrate Successful leadership experience.
Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree
5+ years of collegiate coaching experience
Experience as a head coach
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To apply, please send letter, resumé, and names and contact information for three professional references to Austin Hieb, Athletic Director, at austin.hieb@uj.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.