Athletics: Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach

Men’s and Women’s Head Tennis Coach

APPLICATION PROCESS AND HIRING TIMELINE INFORMATION

To apply for this position, you should submit:

1. KWU Employment Application
   
   1. Cover letter,
      
   2. Resume/curriculum vitae,
      
   3. Three references,
      
   4. Desired salary (may be entered on application)
      
   5. Please email your application materials to hr@kwu.edu.
      

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Men’s and Women’s Head Tennis Coach

APPLICATION PROCESS AND HIRING TIMELINE INFORMATION

To apply for this position, you should submit:

1. KWU Employment Application
   
   1. Cover letter,
      
   2. Resume/curriculum vitae,
      
   3. Three references,
      
   4. Desired salary (may be entered on application)
      
   5. Please email your application materials to hr@kwu.edu.
      

The timeline for filling this position is:
• Applications received by July 13, 2026, will be given priority. Applications will be taken until the

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position is filled.
Interviews will begin when qualified applicants are identified and continue until a hiring decision
is made.

• The position starts as soon as possible.

KWU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in employment. We will
check references of past employers and personal references. We will acknowledge receipt of your
application as soon as we receive it.

Location: Athletics Department

Overview: The Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach is responsible for the overall leadership,
management, and success of the tennis program. This includes recruiting, coaching, and
mentoring the men’s and women’s tennis student-athletes. This position also manages the reserve
team and supports the program's overall success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching/Coaching (50%): Coach student-athletes during practice and competitions, use

video analysis for training, and plan team strategies.

• Recruiting (30%): Identify and recruit potential players, track recruitment activities, and

ensure compliance with university and NAIA policies.

• Administration (15%): Provide holistic support for freshman student-athletes by meeting

biweekly, monitoring academic progress and well-being, assisting with team operations and
budget-related administrative responsibilities, and contributing to the successful execution
of athletic department initiatives, including game management, marketing, and other
assigned duties.

• Other Duties (5%): Contribute to the growth and success of the men’s and women’s tennis

program by building recruiting networks with high school and college coaches, supporting
fundraising and donor engagement activities, and assisting with departmental initiatives
and special projects as assigned.

Supervisor: Athletic Director

Work Schedule: Full-time (45-50 hours per week), flexible schedule around practices,
competitions, and recruiting. Evenings, weekends, and overnight travel will be required.

Performance Goals:

• Support student-athlete retention and success by fostering a positive student experience.

• Meet recruiting activity expectations, enrollment, and maintain roster goals through

effective prospect outreach and relationship building.

• Ensure athletic success, with the team ranking in the conference.

• Foster engagement with the campus, community, and alumni.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.

• Certifications: First Aid/CPR, NAIA Champions of Character course, and Bloodborne

Pathogen training within 60 days of hire.

• Experience: Minimum of one to three years of coaching and recruiting experience in higher
education or a similar customer service capacity; experience in interpreting policies and
procedures to prospective students is preferred.

• Skills: Strong teamwork, organization, and alignment with the university's mission.

Salary and Benefits: Salary based on experience, with full-time employee benefits.

Additional Information: This is a full-time, exempt, at-will position with travel and physical
demands involved in coaching.

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