Head Coach, Men's Tennis

Drexel University • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Men's Tennis Coach will administer, organize and coach the varsity Men's Tennis team. This role involves teaching, coaching, training, and motivating student-athletes, fostering a positive program environment, and recruiting athletes who meet the program's needs. The coach will also collaborate with athletics department staff, communicate with various program constituents, monitor academic progress, manage program operations, ensure compliance with rules, and foster growth through fundraising and outreach within the Drexel Tennis community.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 2 of experience coaching at the collegiate level or the equivalent.
• Strong written, organization and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a student-athlete at the collegiate or professional level.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and instruct the skills and techniques of Tennis.
• An understanding of the role of competitive sports in a dynamic university setting.
• Proven ability to provide strong leadership in assisting in managing the complexities of a competitive team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching, coaching, training and motivating men's student-athletes to perform at the highest level through organized team and individual sessions.
• Foster an environment within the Men's Tennis program that supports the department mission of personal growth and integrity, diversity, leadership, sportsmanship and a commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
• Select and successfully recruit student-athletes that meet the needs and growth of the program, department and institution.
• Work effectively with administrators, staff and coaches within the department of athletics to operate effectively within the structure of the organization.
• Communicate with all constituents of the program including staff, faculty, students, parents, alumni and friends.
• Monitor academic progress of Student-athletes.
• Manage the program operations including officials, transportation, practices, preseason, videotaping, etc. of men's program.
• Ensure compliance with all University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Foster growth of the men's tennis through fundraising and outreach.
• Work to foster growth of the Drexel Tennis community.

Benefits

• Compensation can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level