Assitant Coach - Men and Women's Tennis

Babson College•Wellesley, MA

About The Position

The Assistant Coach serves within the Department of Athletics and Recreation and supports the management and direction of the men’s and women’s tennis program in collaboration with the head coach and in accordance with Athletics’ strategic plan. The assistant coach assumes head coaching duties in the head coach’s absence and takes on additional administrative responsibilities as assigned by the AVP, Athletics and Athletics Advancement, or their designee. The role involves coaching practices and games, teaching advanced skills and strategies, supporting student-athletes’ academic and personal development, coordinating with campus support departments, scouting opponents, and assisting with recruiting. The position requires regular physical exertion, walking, exposure to weather, and light lifting. Work may include days, evenings, weekends, travel, and overnight stays for games, recruiting, conferences, and tournaments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 1–3 years of previous coaching experience.
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED safety certifications and concussion recognition training, or the ability to obtain them within the first three months of employment.
Blood Borne Pathogen training in compliance with OSHA regulations, maintained annually throughout employment.
Strong communication skills.
Compliance with NCAA, NEWMAC, and Babson College rules.
Commitment to working with a diverse student body, staff, and other constituents, and contributing to inclusion and belongingness.
Ability to propose new methods, take thoughtful risks, and support new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions.
Ability to anticipate and embrace change, develop and use new skills, take on challenging tasks, and remain flexible in changing conditions.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends and travel in person, including overnight stays, for games, recruiting, conferences, and tournaments as directed.
Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license held for at least one year and maintained throughout employment, with an insurable or satisfactory driving record.
Successfully complete the College’s vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment and complete safety training as required by management.
Regular physical exertion, walking, exposure to weather, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous college playing and coaching experience.
Experience with team management and game film software or online programs, such as Teamworks, HUDL, or Synergy.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the head coach on all aspects of program management and direction in alignment with the Athletics strategic plan; assume head coach duties in their absence.
Assist in planning and coaching practice sessions and games, and teach advanced-level skills and game strategies.
Counsel students on general and sport-related matters and refer them to appropriate student support resources and offices when necessary.
Monitor student-athletes’ academic progress, collaborate with class deans, mentor athletes, and help resolve academic and non-academic issues.
Be available to coaches and players before, during, and after practices, games, and events.
Develop and maintain liaison relationships with Health Services, Residential Education, Student Activities and Leadership Programs, and other appropriate departments.
Assist the head coach with scouting opponents and with preparing, planning, conducting, and evaluating practice sessions.
Assist with recruiting student-athletes, including contacting high school and prep school coaches, planning recruiting trips, evaluating athletes at off-campus games, and preparing and distributing recruiting information.
Assume additional administrative and other responsibilities as assigned by the AVP, Athletics and Athletics Advancement, or as required by the department.
Comply with NCAA, NEWMAC, and Babson College rules.
As a Campus Security Authority, forward reports of criminal offenses according to the College’s reporting structure.