Assistant Tennis Coach

This position is responsible for assisting the Head Tennis Coach with various duties relating to the administration, management, and operations of the University's Tennis Team.

Responsibilities:

• Assists the Head Coach with all areas of administration and team management for the Tennis program. Adheres to all NCAA and Conference rules and regulations to ascertain that the program is administered and conducted incompliance with the policies and procedures of all governing entities (i.e., the NCAA, the SWAC, the TAMU System, the University, and the Department of Athletics). Reports any violations of these rules that may arise to the proper authority.
• Assists the Athletic Compliance and Academic Advising staff in monitoring the academic progress of the student-athletes participating in the tennis program through daily and/or weekly reports from the Academic Advising staff. Acts as the study hall liaison to assist the Academic Advising staff with the tennis athletes.
• Coordinates and assists the Head Coach with practice and game plans for the tennis programs.
• Attends workshops, clinics and conferences and continue with NCAA Rules trainings to stay current with knowledge and information as it relates to Athletics and the sport of tennis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.