Head Tennis Coach

Regent University•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•$48,000 - $53,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Tennis Coach manages Regent University’s men’s and women’s tennis programs in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The role develops and leads a student-centered intercollegiate program, supporting student-athlete recruitment, academic success, competitive performance, and holistic development. The coach plans practices and competition strategies, oversees program operations and budgets, coordinates travel and facilities, and ensures adherence to university, Coast-to-Coast Athletic Conference, and NCAA Division III rules and philosophies. The position also involves recruiting, supervising, mentoring, and evaluating assistant coaches and other assigned personnel; maintaining program records and equipment; collaborating with Admissions on recruitment and retention goals; and participating in athletic department meetings, events, and initiatives. The coach assists with event management and other duties assigned by the Executive Director of Athletics. The salary range is $48,000–$53,000 annually. Regent offers benefits to regular faculty and staff working at least 30 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain academically qualified student-athletes in support of institutional enrollment goals.
Knowledge of NCAA Division III philosophy and commitment to the student-athlete experience.
Strong organizational skills and computer literacy.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications required within an appropriate time after hire and before the competitive season, per NCAA regulations.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for recruiting and competition.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to work with various college constituencies.
Commitment to Regent’s core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Previous collegiate coaching and recruiting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop an athlete recruitment program that supports Regent University’s mission and core values.
Plan, organize, and coordinate practices, training sessions, and competitive strategies for intercollegiate competition.
Determine policies and procedures for team selection, athlete participation, and team conduct.
Coordinate and make recommendations regarding competition schedules, facility usage, and program budgets.
Track student-athletes’ academic progress and provide support, guidance, and referrals to campus resources to promote academic success and degree completion.
Manage inventory, maintenance, storage, and replacement of team equipment, uniforms, and program supplies.
Manage the program operating budget and responsibly steward recruiting, travel, equipment, and other program resources.
Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, interns, and student employees as assigned.
Coordinate team travel, lodging, meals, and transportation for away competitions.
Maintain accurate records related to recruiting, eligibility, compliance, budgets, schedules, rosters, and team operations.
Adhere to Regent University, Coast-to-Coast Athletic Conference, and NCAA Division III rules, regulations, and philosophies.
Foster an inclusive, positive, and student-centered team culture that supports student-athletes’ holistic development.
Collaborate with the Office of Admissions to support institutional recruitment and retention goals through student-athlete recruitment.
Participate in Athletics staff meetings, professional development, campus events, and departmental initiatives.
Assist with athletic event management, game administration, and other departmental responsibilities assigned by the Executive Director of Athletics.