Head Tennis Coach

Capital University invites applications for the Head Tennis Coach position. This is a threequarter time twelvemonth benefit eligible position. This position will be responsible for the overall development and maintenance of the Capital University Tennis Program which is a member of the NCAA Division III and Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC). This individual will need to reflect the beliefs and display the characteristics of the University. This individual will promote the ideals of being a team player hard worker a good communicator and a willingness to provide the best possible studentathlete experience. Responsibilities include recruiting qualified studentathletes adhere to the mission vision and values of both Capital University and the Athletics Department and to build on the proud traditions of past Capital alumni.

Primary roles and responsibilities:

• Plans conducts and teaches game skills and strategies preseason conditioning team selection practice sessions and competitive events.
• Develops team rules carries out team discipline and records team and individual team improvement.
• Work collaboratively within the University to plan organize implement and follow up on an extensive ongoing recruiting effort through written verbal and personal contact with studentathletes.
• Oversee compliance with NCAA and OAC rules and regulations.
• Oversee the appointments supervision and all actions of the assistant coaches and support staff for the tennis program.
• Coordinate athletic planning program development and assessment that focus on studentathlete performance personal and leadership development:
  • Build a competitive program with strong recruiting both regionally and nationally.
  • Strategically plan and execute scheduling as well as travel arrangements of conference and nonconference games and tournaments to advance the tennis program and maximize use of financial resources.
  • Prepare studentathletes for competition through thorough analysis and breakdown of scheduled conference and nonconference opponents.
  • Develop recommend and implement specific training/conditioning programs and skills development programs.
  • Cultivate alumni and other constituents to further goals of the tennis program athletics department and Capital University.
• Oversee and maintain the operations and booster accounts budget management for the tennis program.
• Coordinate athletic events and programs that are planned intentionally to enhance the campus community and school pride.
• Ensure proper safety precautions are always followed.
• Ensure adherence to rules regulations and policies of all governing bodies (Capital University OAC and NCAA).
• Work in coordination with the Director of Athletics other coaches and support staff to achieve overall goals established by the athletics department.
• Work with other students faculty and staff to support the retention of studentathletes and promote teamwork set high standards support the academic personal and leadership development of studentathletes.
• Correspond with opposing coaches for upcoming contest and monitor contracts for officials and their payment.
• Works with and consults athletic trainers regarding the mental and physical health and safety needs of studentathletes.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Athletics or designee.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required Masters degree or equivalent highly preferred with preference given to applicants with a minimum of two years of coaching experience at the college level.
• A valid drivers license.
• Must have computer proficiency.
• Must be able to pass a background check prior to being hired.

Applicants must submit resume and cover letters.

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