Head Coach-Tennis

Freed-Hardeman University•Henderson, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Freed-Hardeman University is seeking a Head Tennis Coach. The Head Coach will report directly to the Athletic Director and is responsible for the planning, directing and evaluating of all aspects and facets of a nationally successful Tennis program at the NAIA level. Candidates must have the ability to develop players academically, athletically and spiritually. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be as assigned.

Requirements

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Bachelor’s Degree required
3 years related experience and/or training
knowledge of NAIA rules required
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree Preferred

Responsibilities

Formulate a successful philosophy in order to promote athletic success, academic achievement and spiritual growth
Develop practice and game schedules that follow guidelines set out by the NAIA, the affiliated conference and the university
Oversee all travel plans and arrangements for team and staff trips
Recruit a roster of talented student-athletes who are a good fit for the Tennis program and the university. The Athletic Director will determine minimum roster numbers.
Provide academic support for all student-athletes while tracking academic progress
Develop and execute effective and challenging practices during which student-athletes are provided quality instruction and positive motivation
Demonstrate conduct that is in keeping with expectations of Freed-Hardeman University while always promoting in a positive manner
Operate within budget limits and guidelines
Oversee purchase of equipment and supplies while maintaining accurate records and following university purchasing guidelines.
Oversee the eligibility process in order to assure that violations do not occur.
Supervision of graduate assistant coaches
Provide other services for the university and athletic department as needed
Responsible for the supervision of graduate assistants in order to assure that they are serving in a manner that contributes to the athletic, academic and spiritual growth of each student-athlete