Head Men's & Women's Tennis Coach

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Tennis Coach is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of Alma College's intercollegiate men's and women's tennis programs. This includes coaching, recruiting, budget management, fundraising, community engagement, and academic support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead the men's and women's tennis programs in practices, competitions, and off-court development.
  
• Evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes; implement a strategic recruiting plan.
  
• Manage team operations including practice planning, match scheduling, and travel logistics.
  
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches.
  
• Scout opponents and develop competitive strategies.
  
• Monitor academic progress, retention, and eligibility of student-athletes.
  
• Foster a culture of good sportsmanship and personal accountability.
  
• Develop and communicate clear expectations to student-athletes regarding performance, behavior, and academic standards.
  
• Collaborate with support staff in facilities, transportation, and game operations.
  
• Assist with departmental alumni engagement and community outreach efforts.
  
• Ensure full compliance with NCAA, MIAA, and institutional rules and policies.
  

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Tennis Coach is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of Alma College's intercollegiate men's and women's tennis programs. This includes coaching, recruiting, budget management, fundraising, community engagement, and academic support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead the men's and women's tennis programs in practices, competitions, and off-court development.
  
• Evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes; implement a strategic recruiting plan.
  
• Manage team operations including practice planning, match scheduling, and travel logistics.
  
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches.
  
• Scout opponents and develop competitive strategies.
  
• Monitor academic progress, retention, and eligibility of student-athletes.
  
• Foster a culture of good sportsmanship and personal accountability.
  
• Develop and communicate clear expectations to student-athletes regarding performance, behavior, and academic standards.
  
• Collaborate with support staff in facilities, transportation, and game operations.
  
• Assist with departmental alumni engagement and community outreach efforts.
  
• Ensure full compliance with NCAA, MIAA, and institutional rules and policies.
  
• Participate actively in athletic department meetings, initiatives, and campus-wide events.
  
• Plan and execute program fundraising efforts.
  
• Support the mission and values of Alma College and the athletics department.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

-Bachelor's degree
-Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level or demonstrated success as a head coach at the high school level
-Knowledge of NCAA and MIAA rules and regulations.
-Demonstrated organizational skills, event and camp planning, recruiting success, and budget management.
-Commitment to working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
-Willingness to actively coach, including on-court participation.
-Availability for evening and weekend work and overnight travel.
- A valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
-Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
-Commitment to the holistic development of student-athletes.
-Ability to serve as a positive ambassador for Alma College in all interactions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

-Master's degree
-Prior coaching experience at an NCAA Division III institution
- Experience working with underrepresented, first-generation, Pell-eligible, and diverse populations

Alma College is classified as a selective Baccalaureate College: Diverse Fields by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Alma is committed to academic excellence and the development of responsible leaders; our students thrive on challenging academic programs in a supportive, small-college environment emphasizing active, collaborative learning and close student-faculty interaction. Alma is a private Phi Beta Kappa institution located in the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

Alma College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

Alma College recognizes that we are all transformed when we celebrate and value the varied identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our campus community. We are committed to recognizing and removing barriers to success and providing equitable access to opportunities through education and advocacy. In our increasingly diverse campus and world, we pledge to create a climate where everyone is safe and free to grow intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally.

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