Head Coach - Women's Tennis

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Position Information

Job Title

Head Coach - Women's Tennis

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

General Job Description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Head Coach - Women's Tennis

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

General Job Description

This is a managerial position responsible for the management and administration of all phases of a sports program in a manner that upholds the philosophy and objectives of the Department of Athletics and Stephen F. Austin State University. Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment when performing work. Reports to the Director of Athletics.

Essential Job Functions

1. Adheres to all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (

NCAA

), Southland Conference (

SLC

), and university rules and regulations.

1. Oversees the recruitment and selection of student-athletes. Ensures compliance with

NCAA

guidelines for contacting and entertaining prospects. Initiates the process for determining academic eligibility and issuing National Letters of Intent.

1. Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, including counseling team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters.

2. Monitors the eligibility status and promotes the academic progress of student-athletes. Assists in enforcing study hall attendance for referred freshmen and others with grade deficiencies. Supports the guidelines established by the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Services.

3. Manages the sport’s program within the framework of a balanced budget.

4. Oversees the selection, purchase, fitting, and maintenance of team equipment, including uniforms, athletic equipment, and supplies.

5. Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions in and out of season, as permitted by

NCAA

rules and regulations. Develops and implements strategies for motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and a team.

1. Arranges a competitive event schedule in conjunction with the Director of Athletics and Senior Associate Athletics Director for Internal Affairs.

2. Ensures that team travel arrangements are in compliance with university,

SLC

, and

NCAA

rules and regulations, including monitoring the development of travel itineraries and coordination of travel plans.

1. Oversees the conditioning and training of team members ensuring student-athletes are physically prepared for competition.

2. Supervises assigned assistant coaches, part-time assistants, restricted earnings coaches, volunteer coaches, student assistants, and/or other support staff. Provides orientation, training, and guidance, as needed. Conducts performance evaluations and recommends salary increases, as appropriate.

3. Develops and publishes team rules regarding appearance, practice, class attendance, punctuality, dress code, and general standards of behavior, with the approval of the Director of Athletics. Enforces team rules, providing appropriate disciplinary action as warranted.

4. Ensures the safety of student-athletes and coaching staff through careful monitoring of the condition of athletics equipment and facilities utilized by the designated sport. Submits requests for repair, maintenance and improvement of facilities to the Supervisor of Athletic Facilities and Equipment.

5. Cooperates with all coaches within the intercollegiate athletics program to enhance overall departmental operations.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. Compiles data and reports, as required by the department, university,

SLC

, and

NCAA

.

1. Provides student-athletes with information on opportunities to compete at approved national and international tournaments, meets, etc.

2. Participates in clinics, exhibitions, and camp activities, as approved.

3. Assists with approved fund raising activities, as requested.

4. Participates in public relations activities including speaking engagements, television and radio interviews, and press conferences, as approved or requested. Represents the department at professional, civic, charitable, and alumni events.

5. May receive and/or supervise the receipt of payments from students and others for departmentally sponsored activities.

6. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the Southland Conference and the

NCAA

.

1. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

2. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.

3. Ability to problem solve a variety of situations.

4. Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others.

5. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Master’s degree is required if job responsibilities include teaching courses.

Required Experience and Training

Five years related experience is required. Experience coaching at the collegiate or high school level and/or competitive personal college or professional playing experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a head coach at the Division I level with a proven coaching record is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information

Commensurate with Experience

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, began a century ago as a teachers’ college in Texas’ oldest town, Nacogdoches. Today, it has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges —business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools,

SFA

enrolls approximately 11,000 students while providing the academic breadth of a state university with the personalized attention of a private school. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 37 academic facilities, nine residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens. The university offers more than 80 bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 master’s degrees and four doctoral degrees covering more than 120 areas of study. Learn more at the SFA website .

The

SFA

Athletics department competes in

NCAA

Division I athletics as a member of the Southland Conference (

SLC

), which operates in Texas and Louisiana with 12 schools and sponsors 18 sports. With over 450 student-athletes competing across 18 varsity sports teams, the ’Jacks have built a proud reputation for athletic success both regionally and nationally.

SFA

has amassed 90 conference championships as well as four national championships in its competition history. Men’s

NCAA

Sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, indoor and outdoor track and field. Women’s

NCAA

Sports include basketball, bowling, cross country, golf, indoor and outdoor track and field, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball. Bowling competes in Conference

USA

and beach volleyball competes in the Sun Belt Conference.

SFA

Cheer is a 16-time

NCA

National Champion and the

SFA

Dance Team is a 20-time

NDA

National Champion. Learn more at the SFA Athletics website

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (

ORP

), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (

TRS

) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S2025-081 | | Candidates Eligible to Apply | Open to all qualified applicants | | Number of Positions Available | 1 | | Posted Date | 05/14/2025 | | Review Start Date | | | Close Date | | | Work Schedule | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Stephen F. Austin State University has engaged Cardinal Grange to assist with this search. Applicants are invited to view the job description under the Positions tab atcardinalgrange.com and apply directly through the Cardinal Grange website. | | Posting Quick Link | https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12973 |

Contact Information

| Contact Name | Cardinal Grange | | Contact Phone | (646)535-8843 | | Contact Email | jim@cardinalgrange.com | | Contact Information | |

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