Description
The University of West Alabama (UWA) is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Assistant Tennis Coach to join our athletics staff. This position will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the tennis program, including recruitment, training, teaching, game preparation, and administrative duties. The ideal candidate will have a passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the court while upholding the values of the University and the athletic department.
- On the court coaching responsibilities assigned by the Head Coach.
- Recruiting duties assigned by the Head Coach
- Other administrative and coaching duties assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
Qualifications
Essential:
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Successful coaching experience.
- Ability to recruit student-athletes to a Division II tennis program.
- Proven ability to develop tennis players.
- Knowledge of NCAA regulations- Division II and Gulf South Conference preferred.
- Ability to work effectively with administration, faculty, coaching staff, students, alumni, and boosters.
Desired:
- Master’s Degree.
- Knowledge of NCAA Division II and Gulf South Conference regulations and recruiting guidelines.
Application Instructions
To Apply: When you select Apply Now, you will be prompted to provide the following:
- Cover Letter.
- A current résumé.
- Transcripts of all college work. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for application. Official transcripts must be submitted immediately upon employment.
- Email and phone number of three professional references; reference letters may be requested later.
Before hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation, including information obtained from social media and other internet sources.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of West Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, hearing status, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other human rights agencies.
AA/EO Employer.
Minority applications encouraged.
