Coaching, Communication Skills, Driver's License, Leadership, Philosophy, Regulations, Secondary School
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Head Coach - Men's & Women's Tennis FLSA Exempt Primary Responsibilities
St. Lawrence University invites applications for a Head Coach for men's and women's tennis. The head coach will be responsible for the organization, administration, coaching and recruitment of student-athletes. This is a full-time, 12-month, position.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities
Provide leadership, instruction, and development for student athletes including:
- Recruitment of highly qualified student-athletes
- Direct student-athlete development both on and off the court; ensuring academic success, good citizenship, sportsmanship, and promotion of positive values consistent with the mission of St. Lawrence University
- Program organization; including practice planning, and meet preparation
- Ability to recruit, supervise, evaluate, and effectively provide direction to one graduate assistant coach.
- Management of all phases of a DIII women's & men's tennis program
- Additional responsibilities include a secondary assignment, as well as other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Any combination equivalent to a bachelor's degree and three years of proven success as a coach of a club, high school, or intercollegiate tennis program
- Demonstrated ability to recruit quality student-athletes
- Ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, faculty/staff, University community members and alumni
- Athlete/Coaching experience required; three years of collegiate coaching experience preferred
- Knowledge of all NCAA and Liberty League rules & regulations pertaining to DIII Men's and Women's Tennis
- Must have a philosophy compatible with highly selective academic standards within a Liberal Arts University. They must demonstrate a distinct commitment to creating a welcoming environment
- Ability to meet University requirements to drive a University vehicle required
Preferred Qualifications Salary $62,354 Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp) Full-time (12 months)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST01509 Desired Start Date Open Date (to accept applications) Close Date (date applications will not be considered) Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant
Interested and qualified applicants please complete the online application form and upload required documents in the "applicant documents" section of the form.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully completing a background (including criminal records) check.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher?
Yes
No
- Do you hold a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
- Contact Information for 3 Professional References
Optional Documents