Assistant Coach ( Men's Tennis)

Department: Univ Athletics-Tennis
Salary/Grade: EXS/32

Target hiring range for this position will be between $38,600- 40,000 per year.  Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Men’s Tennis coach reports to Head Men’s Tennis Coach and works to support all aspects of the program.  This is approximately a 9 month position payable over a 12 month period. Specific work schedule to be determined upon hire. This is a full-time benefits eligible appointment that is renewable on a contract basis. 

*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required. *

Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA. 

*Note: Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job description.

Department: Univ Athletics-Tennis
Salary/Grade: EXS/32

Target hiring range for this position will be between $38,600- 40,000 per year.  Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Men’s Tennis coach reports to Head Men’s Tennis Coach and works to support all aspects of the program.  This is approximately a 9 month position payable over a 12 month period. Specific work schedule to be determined upon hire. This is a full-time benefits eligible appointment that is renewable on a contract basis. 

*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required. *

Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA. 

*Note: Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job description.

Specific Responsibilities:

Coaching

• Assist with the coaching and training the Men’s tennis team; be involved in team and individual practices throughout the year as deemed necessary and appropriate.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of team and individual meetings.
• Work with appropriate Northwestern University Department of Athletics and Recreation (NUDAR) staff in providing the student/athletes the skills, support, and resources to be successful at Northwestern.
• Assist with on-court coaching during matches.

Administrative

• Help with team travel specifically by being the liaison to our Anthony Travel Representative for air, bus, and mini-van travel arrangements for away meets and practices.
• In cooperation with Compliance staff, maintain countable athletically related activity (CARA) logs and practice schedules; input all practice and playing schedules into Teamworks.
• Support the Athletic Communications department and Marketing department in publicizing and marketing the tennis programs.
• Work with team equipment manager to place yearly orders and organize equipment for team travel; collaborate with equipment manager for distribution of shoes and clothing.
• Help with video match analysis.

Recruiting

• Assist with the recruiting for the tennis program maintain database in ARMS, identify and correspond with qualified prospective student-athletes (mailings, phone & email correspondence); schedule on-campus/off-campus visits and create itineraries; establish and maintain all files on prospective student-athletes for admissions; evaluate prospects off-campus throughout the year as allowed by NCAA rules.
• Develop and maintain all recruiting documents and materials as deemed necessary and appropriate with adherence to rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.
• Develop strong relationships with coaches all over the world.

Other

• Attend meetings, conferences, training sessions, community service events, etc. as required.
• Report issues and concerns to the Head Coach and/or Sport Administrator and faithfully and diligently carry out other Department related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports in the Intercollegiate and Recreational programs.
• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference, CSC and the NCAA.
• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University continuing education initiatives and required certifications and trainings.

Miscellaneous

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience as a collegiate tennis coach.
• Previous experience as a collegiate tennis player.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, CSC, Big Ten Conference and Northwestern University preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Willingness and ability to work, as well as travel, mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment and manage stressful situations
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact and establish engaging relationships with a wide variety of constituents. 

_ Benefits: _

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/b... to learn more.

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