Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach (Creative Design)
Summary/Objective
All positions in the Department of Athletics are responsible to help student-athletes fulfill the stated missions of Southwest Baptist University and the Department of Athletics.
Essential Job Duties
Recruits student-athletesProvides sport-specific instruction during practicesCoaches student-athletes during scheduled games and / or contestsServes as primary contact for scheduling gamesEnsures a balanced budgetMonitors academic progress of student-athletesMakes travel arrangements for programComplies with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, GLVC, and SBUAssists in activities hosted by SBU to facilitate recruitmentWorks in cooperation with department members to strengthen all sports programsRegular attendance and punctuality
Sets an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff and faculty Commitment and adherence to Southwest Baptist Universitys Principles and Expectations Performs duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
Supervisory Responsibility
The Head Mens and Womens Tennis Coach supervises the Associate Mens and Womens Tennis Coach as well as GAs and student-workers assigned to the program.
Position Requirements
Required
Bachelors Degree Knowledge of NCAA rules
Preferred
Masters Degree Coaching experience
Work Environment
Must be able to work in typical office and athletics environment.
Must be available for frequent travel during season and recruiting times. Night and weekend work required. Must be able to work during crowd noise and loud game environments Must be able to work outdoors Must be able to travel long distances by plane, train, or automobile. Must be able to interact and instruct team members in drills, play formation, and game preparation. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.
Physical Abilities
Must be able to operate and / or maneuver equipment used for the daily training of student-athletes in the sport of tennis.
Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer, photocopies, printer, etc. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid Missouri Drivers License. Must be able to climb stairs, work in varying temperatures and sit and stand for long periods of time.
