Tennis Assistant Coach

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Tennis Assistant Coach Posting Number 26TM0295 Department Athl - Women's Tennis Overview

The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Tennis Assistant Coach for Athletics Events - Operations. Under the direct supervision of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will support the coordination of Women's Tennis intercollegiate athletic program which provides an opportunity for student-athletes to participate on a competitive, Division I women's tennis team while attending school to earn a college degree

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Manages on-court coaching.
• Helps with coaching activities at practice and competition.
• Assists in preparing players through individual and team practices to compete against top level collegiate programs.

FLSA Nonexempt Salary Details $25 - $30 per hour Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Part Time Working Hours 19.5 per week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one (1) year of collegiate tennis coaching experience or playing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• A valid driver's license would be required for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of tennis including technical form, tactical concepts, and mental strategies.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work a minimum of 1-2 days per week during practices.
• Rutgers team practices are held from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
• Ideally, this person would also be available to coach home matches, which are held Fridays - Sundays.

Special Conditions

• Safe Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date 07/10/2026 Posting Close Date 07/24/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below)

https://scarletknights.com/documents/2025/6/12/IAWP_Affirmation.pdf

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Livingston (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one (1) year of collegiate tennis coaching experience or playing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Have you completed the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form listed under the special instructions area of the application? If you have not completed the form and/or answer "No" to this question, you will be disqualified from the applicant pool for this posting.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)