Part-time Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach

DePauw University•Greencastle, IN

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About The Position

The part-time assistant coach for men's and women's Tennis is responsible for assisting the head men's and women's Tennis coaches in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division III men's and women's Tennis program at DePauw University. This includes recruiting quality student-athletes, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, scouting, coaching, scheduling, budgeting and planning team travel in compliance with University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree is highly preferred.
Collegiate playing experience in tennis is highly desirable.
Must maintain certification in first aid/CPR/AED throughout the entire appointment.
Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, Google Apps, Teamworks, other programs as determined by specific sport responsibilities
A valid US driver's license is required.
Certification in first aid/CPR/AED is required by the first date of appointment and must be maintained throughout the appointment.
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to and history of strong belief in mentoring students and demonstrated experience working with young adults
Desire to work in a rural, small-school environment devoted to providing liberal arts education, building community, and helping students prepare for their future careers

Nice To Haves

Collegiate playing experience in tennis is highly desirable.
Bachelor's degree is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand and comply with NCAA Division III, conference and University rules and regulations. Demonstrate sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
Demonstrate sensitivity to individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and a commitment to a diverse community.
Along with the head coach, Implement and execute a comprehensive recruiting plan for the identification and recruitment of qualified student-athletes, and maintain an acceptable roster per the University
Along with the head coach, develop and implement plans and strategies for practices and competition which result in athletics success.
Mentor student-athletes to ensure athletics and academic success.
At the direction of the head coach, make transportation and lodging arrangements for team travel
Administer a fiscally sound athletics program.
At the direction of the head coach, evaluate program effectiveness.
At the direction of the head coach, monitor student-athletes' academic progression.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or head men's and women's Tennis coach.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
Basic Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long Term Disability are paid for by DePauw University.
Full time employees may elect to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and their dependents.
Additional voluntary benefits, Tuition Remission and Exchange, as well as Relocation Allowance are also employee benefits.
retirement savings plan
employee discounts
access to University resources
Cigna Employee Assistance benefit is available to all employees and their households.
Welch Fitness Center and wellness classes
Indoor Tennis and Track Center
University Libraries
Peeler art galleries
Green Center for the Performing Arts events and programs
Ubben lecture series
Free athletic events
Bookstore and Starbucks (Greencastle) discounts
Employee discounted meal plan
Free parking
Nature park, including walking and biking trails
Personal duplicating and printing discounts