Head Women's Tennis Coach

Saint Anselm College • Goffstown, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Anselm College, a private liberal arts college in the benedictine tradition, is seeking a Head Women's Tennis Coach. Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director, the Head Women’s Tennis Coach will provide coaching expertise, leadership, management and administration of all aspects of a competitive NCAA program resulting in a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student-athletes. The successful candidate will place the highest priority on academic integrity and a commitment to student-athlete success on the field and in the classroom.

Requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of multiple facets of NCAA athletics required.
• Bachelor’s degree required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated excellence with interpersonal communications (written and oral) skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment is necessary.
• Must be comfortable working in a flexible, team environment with a positive attitude and sense of humor.
• Unwavering commitment to academic integrity, inclusion, diversity, gender equity, student-athlete welfare and knowledge of NCAA and Title IX compliance.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• NCAA compliance background check.
• Successful completion of annual coaches’ exam per NCAA guidelines.
• Successful completion of first aid, CPR and AED certifications.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years of successful NCAA coaching experience preferred.
• Ideal candidate will have excellent leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, organization and supervision for all practices and varsity contests.
• In conjunction with sport supervisor, oversee and evaluate volunteers.
• Organize and implement a successful recruiting program which attracts academically and athletically gifted prospects—with an unwavering commitment to retention, degree completion and academic success.
• Conduct all aspects of the program within the rules, regulations, and procedures of the NCAA, conference, athletic department policy manual and the College.
• Encourage and create an atmosphere of sportsmanship, professionalism and respect among the coaches and student-athletes.
• Commitment to student-athlete safety and welfare as it pertains to all aspects of intercollegiate sports.
• Manage team needs within parameters of annual budget; review all budget requests and projected fiscal needs.
• Schedule all team travel, practices and contests in accordance with college policies, conference scheduling guidelines and NCAA bylaws.
• Review student-athlete eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations.
• Maintain a positive and constructive working relationship with College staff (Admission, Academic Resource Center, Student Affairs, etc.) and departmental staff to ensure an efficient and effective program.
• Develop and participate in fund-raising activities for the program in conjunction with athletic development in consultation with A.D. and sport supervisor.
• Represent the College at professional meetings, admissions events, alumni gatherings, campus activities, other athletic events and civic affairs as available.
• Encourage and administer an effective outreach program with student-athletes that provide benefits to the campus and surrounding communities.
• Develop and participate in fund-raising activities for the program in conjunction with sports supervisor and or athletic director.
• Maintain relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program, and others toward the positive image and promotion of the program and College.
• Attend and participate in all athletic department meetings and rules education sessions as available.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees are “Anselmian.” Our community values compassion, respect, integrity, and kindness for all.
• Guided by our Catholic and Benedictine identity, we are committed to sustaining an intentionally inclusive environment that benefits every individual.

What This Job Offers

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