Head Coach, Men's Tennis

Job Summary

The Head Men's Tennis Coach will administer, organize and coach the varsity Men's Tennis team.

Essential Functions

• Assist in teaching, coaching, training and motivating men's student-athletes to perform at the highest level through organized team and individual sessions.
• Foster an environment within the Men's Tennis program that supports the department mission of personal growth and integrity, diversity, leadership, sportsmanship and a commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
• Select and successfully recruit student-athletes that meet the needs and growth of the program, department and institution.
• Work effectively with administrators, staff and coaches within the department of athletics to operate effectively within the structure of the organization.
• Communicate with all constituents of the program including staff, faculty, students, parents, alumni and friends.
• Monitor academic progress of Student-athletes.
• Manage the program operations including officials, transportation, practices, preseason, videotaping, etc. of men's program.
• Ensure compliance with all University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Foster growth of the men's tennis through fundraising and outreach.
• Work to foster growth of the Drexel Tennis community.

Job Summary

The Head Men's Tennis Coach will administer, organize and coach the varsity Men's Tennis team.

Essential Functions

• Assist in teaching, coaching, training and motivating men's student-athletes to perform at the highest level through organized team and individual sessions.
• Foster an environment within the Men's Tennis program that supports the department mission of personal growth and integrity, diversity, leadership, sportsmanship and a commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
• Select and successfully recruit student-athletes that meet the needs and growth of the program, department and institution.
• Work effectively with administrators, staff and coaches within the department of athletics to operate effectively within the structure of the organization.
• Communicate with all constituents of the program including staff, faculty, students, parents, alumni and friends.
• Monitor academic progress of Student-athletes.
• Manage the program operations including officials, transportation, practices, preseason, videotaping, etc. of men's program.
• Ensure compliance with all University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Foster growth of the men's tennis through fundraising and outreach.
• Work to foster growth of the Drexel Tennis community.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of 2 of experience coaching at the collegiate level or the equivalent.
• Strong written, organization and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a student-athlete at the collegiate or professional level.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and instruct the skills and techniques of Tennis.
• An understanding of the role of competitive sports in a dynamic university setting.
• Proven ability to provide strong leadership in assisting in managing the complexities of a competitive team.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Typically running, climbing
• Lifting demands ≤ 50lbs

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt. Compensation for this can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and CompensationGuidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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