Head Coach - Women's Tennis

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a Head Coach. This position is responsible for the recruitment and selection of prospective student-athletes, as well as the physical and technically training of student-athletes to prepare them for competition in Division I, NCAA Women’s Tennis. The Head Coach is responsible for the scheduling of competitions and team travel arrangements, and for the generation and monitoring of the annual budget for the Women’s Tennis program. Responsibilities include: being knowledgeable of and adhering to University of Florida, UAA, SEC, and NCAA rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; promoting academic excellence and committing to student-athletes’ academic and athletic success while at the University of Florida; and providing supervision for the Assistant Coaches and administrative staff.

Job Details

Description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a Head Coach. This position is responsible for the recruitment and selection of prospective student-athletes, as well as the physical and technically training of student-athletes to prepare them for competition in Division I, NCAA Women’s Tennis. The Head Coach is responsible for the scheduling of competitions and team travel arrangements, and for the generation and monitoring of the annual budget for the Women’s Tennis program. Responsibilities include: being knowledgeable of and adhering to University of Florida, UAA, SEC, and NCAA rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; promoting academic excellence and committing to student-athletes’ academic and athletic success while at the University of Florida; and providing supervision for the Assistant Coaches and administrative staff.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree

Two years of coaching experience at the intercollegiate level

Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Organized individual with strong administrative, communication, interpersonal, and computer skills

Ability to develop and manage a collegiate program, including recruiting under highly selective academic standards

Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds

Ability to work a non-standard work week which will include nights, weekends, holidays and overnight travel

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience coaching elite athletes in a highly competitive program

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs as well as possible relocation assistance. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by  clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and

not a state

employer

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THE UAA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE.

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