Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach

EXPIRED

Job Summary

The Department of Athletics at Kutztown University invites applications for the position of Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach. Kutztown University is an NCAA Division II member institution which competes in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Head Coach is responsible for all phases of the men’s and women’s tennis programs including recruitment of prospective student-athletes, academic success of student-athletes, game preparation and strategy, supervision of assistant coaches, scheduling, organizing camps and clinics in support of Kutztown athletics, fund raising, adherence to NCAA rules and regulations, and general administrative duties. In addition, the Head Coach will be responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of the University and its Intercollegiate Athletics program as well as adherence to Departmental, University, Conference and NCAA policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of coaching experience in the sport of tennis. Demonstrated ability in skill development, staff supervision, general administrative duties, and an understanding of NCAA rules compliance desired as well as, prior successful experience in recruiting qualified student-athletes, fiscal management skills, and excellent organizational and communications skills. Candidate must complete a successful interview.

Job Summary

The Department of Athletics at Kutztown University invites applications for the position of Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach. Kutztown University is an NCAA Division II member institution which competes in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Head Coach is responsible for all phases of the men’s and women’s tennis programs including recruitment of prospective student-athletes, academic success of student-athletes, game preparation and strategy, supervision of assistant coaches, scheduling, organizing camps and clinics in support of Kutztown athletics, fund raising, adherence to NCAA rules and regulations, and general administrative duties. In addition, the Head Coach will be responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of the University and its Intercollegiate Athletics program as well as adherence to Departmental, University, Conference and NCAA policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of coaching experience in the sport of tennis. Demonstrated ability in skill development, staff supervision, general administrative duties, and an understanding of NCAA rules compliance desired as well as, prior successful experience in recruiting qualified student-athletes, fiscal management skills, and excellent organizational and communications skills. Candidate must complete a successful interview.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coaching experience at the NCAA collegiate level.
• Coaching experience at NCAA DII institution.

Supplemental Information

Applications & Resumes will be accepted until position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than close of day July 7, 2024.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation. Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations. Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.

Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.