Position: Head Coach  

Type: Full-time

Organization Level: NCAA Division II 

McKendree University is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as the head coach for the men and women’s tennis teams. The successful candidate must have previous college tennis coaching experience or have participated in tennis programs at the intercollegiate level. 

In addition to coaching responsibilities, the individual selected will be responsible for recruiting, scheduling of matches, budget management, academic monitoring and other duties as required to operate a successful program. 

Minimum qualifications preferred:  Bachelor’s Degree, coaching and/or playing experience at the intercollegiate level.  This is a full-time position.

Interviews will begin immediately. Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest referencing job #HTC21 with a resume/CV and contact information for three professional references to the Director of Human Resources at hr@mckendree.edu.           

McKendree is an ADA/EEO/Vet/Disabled employer committed to enhancing the cultural and gender diversity of the campus. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.   

Position: Head Coach  

Type: Full-time

Organization Level: NCAA Division II 

JOB SUMMARY: Saginaw Valley State University, a DII member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference invites applications for the position of Head Women’s Tennis Coach to develop, promote, and supervise all facets of the tennis team; develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes for highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team; organize and direct all aspects of the women’s tennis program, organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance; supervise staff involved in the program and oversee budget.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA and conference compliance rules and regulations.
• Ensure that all relevant institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations are followed. Including, but not limited to student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic progress.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations by student-athletes and sport-related staff.
• Abides by NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance.
• Promote academic excellence and graduation. Monitor academic progress, including study table and class attendance in coordination with athletic academic advisor.
• Prepare, lead, and execute practice and game plans for both championship and non-championship seasons.                                                                                               
• Develop and execute a strategy for building a regionally and nationally competitive team.
• Prepare, manage, and maximize program operating budget with established fund-raising goals and sound financial practices.
• Maintain or develop fundraising strategies through camps and/or clinics and/or lessons to support the women’s tennis program operations. 
• Coordinate annual giving, special events, naming opportunities and/or specific campaigns for the women’s tennis program with the director for athletic development.
• Direct and manage the women’s tennis team program recruiting efforts of high-profile DII prospective student-athletes through phone calls, electronic correspondence, scouting, attending games, on campus, and home visits, in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Manage and maximize athletic assistant grant budget.
• Oversee plan for the season, including competitive schedules and practices, travel arrangements, practice schedule, facility use, equipment, and apparel. 
• Serve as an ambassador for the women’s tennis program and the University’s Athletic Department through committee service, public speaking opportunities in the local community, state, and region, and communicate with media, alumni, parents, and friends of the University.
• Cultivate and maintain meaningful relationships with student-athlete women’s tennis alumnae.
• Participate in Athletics Department-initiated fund-raising, community service, and engagement programs.
• Participate in institutional professional development and training. Keep current with sport-related literature; serve on committees and attend clinics, conventions, and other meetings.
• Perform related and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: 

General supervision is received from the Director of Athletic Development.
 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: 

Functional supervision is exercised over the assistant coaching staff, tennis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two or more years of relevant coaching experience in women’s tennis.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.          
• Willingness to travel nights and weekends.

PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Three or more years of previous coaching or playing experience in tennis at the college level.
• Previous head coaching experience in tennis is preferred.
• One year of successful recruitment and a strong desire and ability to successfully recruit. 

Posted through: Open Until Filled
Applicants must apply online:  jobs.svsu.edu

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its more than 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For seven consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2022).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.

More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2022). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.

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