2026-2027 AY Assistant Coach, Women's Tennis

CSU Careers • Los Angeles, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cal State LA’s Athletics Department is hiring a part-time Assistant Coach for its Women’s Tennis program for the 2026–2027 academic year. Under the direction of the Head Coach, the position assists with all aspects of an NCAA Division II intercollegiate tennis program competing in the Pacific West Conference (PacWest). Work includes practice planning, student-athlete development, match preparation, recruiting, video analysis, academic support, team travel, compliance, camps, and administrative operations. The Assistant Coach supports Cal State LA Athletics’ mission and values and promotes student-athlete success, equity, inclusion, and sportsmanship.

The position requires evening, weekend, holiday, and overnight travel for recruiting and competition. Duties may include demonstrating tennis techniques and drills, transporting equipment, and working in office, outdoor court, and travel environments. The initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posting lists a full-time-equivalent salary range of $5,507–$6,677, based on the July 1, 2024 salary schedule.

The successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet university driver authorization requirements throughout employment. Employment is contingent on proof of eligibility to work in the United States and satisfactory completion of a background check.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated coaching experience in athletics, physical education, kinesiology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated successful coaching and/or playing experience at the collegiate, high school, or club level.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of NCAA, PacWest, and university rules and regulations, including compliance requirements.
• Ability to instruct and develop student-athletes in a competitive collegiate tennis environment, including singles and doubles competition.
• Commitment to student-athletes’ academic and athletic success, equity, inclusion, well-being, and personal development.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet university driver authorization requirements throughout employment.
• Ability to meet the position’s evening, weekend, holiday, and overnight travel requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior collegiate tennis playing or coaching experience.
• Familiarity with NCAA recruiting practices and collegiate tennis recruiting platforms such as ITA and/or UTR.
• Experience with video analysis and statistical software.
• Ability to assist with camps, community outreach, and student-athlete development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and conducting team practices, individual skill instruction, match preparation, scouting, and lineup development for singles and doubles competition.
• Instruct and mentor student-athletes to support athletic performance, leadership, teamwork, and personal development.
• Assist the Head Coach with recruiting, video analysis, travel coordination, camps, program logistics, and daily operations.
• Support student-athletes’ academic success, retention, and overall well-being.
• Promote positive university and community engagement through outreach initiatives and representation of the Women’s Tennis program.
• Maintain compliance with NCAA, PacWest, and university policies and procedures.
• Assist with team travel and transportation in accordance with university policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level