Tennis Assistant

About the Job

Tennis Assistant - Casual Appointment 

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and maintaining position guides and supporting classroom meetings.
• Provide on-field coaching and support during practices and competitions.
• Assist with grading positions and evaluating player performance.
• Meet with position groups to monitor and support academic progress.
• Manage team laundry, including washing, drying, and organizing equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized locker room.
• Assist with field setup and cleanup for practices, games, and events.
• Issue, collect, organize, and maintain team equipment and inventory.
• Conduct inventory checks and assist with ordering new equipment and supplies.

About the Job

Tennis Assistant - Casual Appointment 

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and maintaining position guides and supporting classroom meetings.
• Provide on-field coaching and support during practices and competitions.
• Assist with grading positions and evaluating player performance.
• Meet with position groups to monitor and support academic progress.
• Manage team laundry, including washing, drying, and organizing equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized locker room.
• Assist with field setup and cleanup for practices, games, and events.
• Issue, collect, organize, and maintain team equipment and inventory.
• Conduct inventory checks and assist with ordering new equipment and supplies.
• Assist with maintaining and organizing the weight room.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, including athletic events.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with coaches, student-athletes, and staff.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $20.00; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.  Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota.  UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.

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