Assistant Coach Tennis

Georgetown University • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Job Overview Reporting to the Head Tennis Coach, the Assistant Coach recruits, retains, supervises, and coaches NCAA Division I student-athletes, under the guidelines of Georgetown, the BIG EAST Conference and NCAA. Carries out duties within the stated philosophy of Georgetown athletics and its educational mission. Follows all institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations to ensure compliance. With general policy guidance from the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will make decisions to successfully achieve department goals and objectives, and be accountable for the development of team policies and goals. The Assistant Coach will actively participate in practices and competitions, including, but not limited to, game preparation (including developing strategies and game plans), practice planning, skill and video sessions (including working individually with, advising, and critiquing student-athletes to develop and improve their skills), scouting opposing teams and players (including analyzing their strengths and weaknesses), scheduling, weight training and fitness programs. The Assistant Coach will evaluate prospective student-athletes, analyze and determine their abilities and whether they may succeed athletically and academically at Georgetown. Will recommend or determine which prospective student-athletes the team should focus its time and resources to recruit, and contact and recruit such prospects. Additional duties include the monitoring of student-athlete academic performance; conducting, advising, and counseling student-athletes regarding performance and conduct; identifying and addressing student-athlete welfare issues; and, representing the University in donor/alumni public relations and community programs. Work Interactions Reports to the Head Tennis Coach. The Head Coach reports to the Director of Athletics (or designee).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1-3 years of experience directly related to duties and responsibilities specified, preferably at college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the game of tennis.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment, academic eligibility requirements, and retention of student-athletes.
• Knowledge of athletics recruitment methods and techniques. Ability to create a database for all prospects.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills that demonstrate an ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• General knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record; must be insurable.
• Proficient in computer use and relevant Microsoft applications.
• Available weekends and evenings.

Nice To Haves

• Current First Aid/CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, retains, supervises, and coaches NCAA Division I student-athletes
• Participate in practices and competitions, including game preparation, practice planning, skill and video sessions, scouting opposing teams and players, scheduling, weight training and fitness programs
• Evaluate prospective student-athletes, analyze and determine their abilities and whether they may succeed athletically and academically at Georgetown
• Recommend or determine which prospective student-athletes the team should focus its time and resources to recruit, and contact and recruit such prospects
• Monitor student-athlete academic performance
• Conduct, advise, and counsel student-athletes regarding performance and conduct
• Identify and addressing student-athlete welfare issues
• Represent the University in donor/alumni public relations and community programs

Benefits

• Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees