Head Tennis Coach

Job Title

Head Tennis Coach

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

University Athletics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The head coach will direct all facets of a competitive NAIA Tennis program with a special emphasis on recruitment of students whose educational, athletic, and personal aims are imminently congruent with the University mission.  Each coach is responsible but is not limited to:  practice and game preparation; budgeting; academic support; supervision of assistant and graduate assistant coaches; and ensuring the general welfare and the development of the student-athlete. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the implementation of the University’s Men and Women’s Tennis program based on equity, integrity and compliance with all NAIA regulations. 
• Prepares documents, reports and proposals as required by the Athletic Director.
• Implements and administers team rules and discipline policies not less restrictive than the general rules and policies of the Universities Athletic Program.
• Plans and implements training procedures for individual and team improvement while developing match schedules, practice schedules and travel accommodations as needed.
• Supports Registrar, Academic Athletic Coordinator, and Faculty Athletic Representative in adhering and maintaining academic eligibility requirements.
• Supports the Athletic Trainer in managing athletes’ injuries and in administering the institution’s athletic drug testing policy.
• Supports Faculty in accomplishing the academic aims of the institution and ensuring the academic success of student-athletes. 
• Assist the Athletic Director in activities surrounding community support through fundraisers for the Tennis program which includes tennis camps to enhance community awareness within the sport.
• Maintains athletic field and/or facility in a manner to ensure well-being of athletes and viability of athletic competition.
• Reinforce the TAMUT culture by demonstrating sportsmanship, integrity, a competitive spirit, and the importance of academics.
• Assist in transportation of athletes to/from athletic events, which may include driving a full-size passenger van or other large capacity vehicle.
• Participate in campus activities
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) years coaching experience at the high school, collegiate or professional level
• General knowledge of NAIA and NCAA rules
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
• Must have a State of Texas or Arkansas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Acceptable driving record and periodic completion of van safety course
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Physical Requirements
  • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Working in all weather conditions, exposure to high noise levels, standing throughout the day, the ability to use a loud voice at practices and events and physical involvement in all practices and workouts with players.
    • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position may be required to handle Protected Health Information (PHI) as define