Men's/Women's Assistant Tennis Coach

Ferris State University•Big Rapids, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Tennis Coach will assist the head coach with all aspects of planning, organizing and supervising a highly competitive NCAA Division II Men's and Women's Tennis program. A successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic and energy. Also, must be committed to the Ferris State University Athletic Department's vision and core values of collaboration, diversity, ethical community, excellence, learning, and opportunity. This is a nine-month position from September 1st to May 30th that will work approximately 22 hours a week @ $15.00 an hour. This is a part time position and may not work more than 28 hours per week.

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree
  • At least two years of intercollegiate playing experience, or coaching collegiate tennis or high school tennis.
  • Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcript 1

Responsibilities

  • Assist Head Coach in recruitment of qualified student athletes.
  • Coordinate on-campus recruiting visits.
  • Assist Head Coach in organizing, planning, programming and help run camps and clinics for recruitment purposes.
  • Assist with on-court coaching and match preparation.
  • Monitor the physical and academic development of both men's and women's tennis student-athletes.
  • Assist in coordinating and running practices in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Mentor student-athletes and monitor their overall mental health.
  • Assist with fundraising efforts.
  • Assist in preparing travel and game itineraries.
  • Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
  • Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.
  • Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
  • Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
  • Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Benefits

  • Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. Part Time Support [https://www.ferris.edu/administration/adminandfinance/human/Benefits/parttime.htm]
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