Head Coach, Men's Tennis

Head Coach, Men's Tennis

Whitworth University


Salary: $40,788.60 - $42,711.12 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Whitworth University Campus

Department: Head Coach

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Founded in 1890, Whitworth has consistently ranked among the top regional colleges and universities in the West. Whitworth University has an enrollment of more than 3,000 students and offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. With strong liberal arts undergraduate and graduate programs, Whitworth unites a robust commitment to Christian mission and service, academic rigor and care for students.

Whitworth University's 200-acre campus of red-brick buildings and tall pines offers a beautiful, inviting and secure learning environment.

A community of committed Christian faculty and staff employees carries out the university's mission "to provide its diverse student body an education of the mind and heart," equipping its graduates "to honor God, follow Christ and serve humanity."

Position Summary
The men's tennis head coach is responsible for all phases of running a competitive and life impacting men's tennis program as well as working in collaboration with the head women's tennis coach in running the day to day operations of the Scotford Tennis Center. Responsibilities include; recruiting, practice planning, match facilitation, fundraising, staff supervision, budgeting, scheduling and other administrative responsibilities necessary for a competitively successful and life impacting tennis program and efficient operation of the Tennis Center. Additionally, the coach will be expected to contribute to student mentoring, staff retreats, and university committees. The coach will work cooperatively across the Whitworth community to advance the mission of the University.

Core Responsibilities
Head Coaching | 60%

• Plan, organize and execute a dynamic training program to develop and prepare players to maximize their potential and pursue excellence in athletic achievement.
• Successfully facilitate all aspects of coaching a team in competition.
• Foster the academic achievement and physical well-being of student-athletes.
• Mentor and develop students both on and off the field.
• Develop and implement a plan for the recruitment of qualified student-athletes.
• Hire, supervise and evaluate assistant coaches.
• Plan and manage team scheduling and travel arrangements.
• Remain knowledgeable of and adhere to NCAA regulations.
• Represent Whitworth at in the Northwest Conference and the NCAA
• Perform other duties commensurate with responsibilities of a college head coach

Budget Management | 10%

• Manage and maintain team budgets in line with University policies.
• Order and maintain equipment for the men's tennis team.

Fundraising | 10%

• Plan and administer fundraising efforts on behalf of the men's tennis program.

Co-Directing, Scotford Tennis Center | 10%

• Oversee day to day operations of the tennis center including: scheduling, supervision, general maintenance, long term planning, tournament administration, staff supervision

Other | 10%

• Depending on the knowledge, skills, interests, and experience brought to this position by the candidate, additional responsibilities will be assigned that may include teaching courses and/or other administrative duties.

Minimum Qualifications | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master's degree; bachelor's degree and exceptional coaching experience may be considered in lieu of advanced degree.
• One to three years demonstrated successful coaching experience. College or University level experience preferred.
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith
• Demonstrated cultural competence, proven awareness of and experience to effectively establishing relationships and positive communications across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, varying abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, faculty, alumni, fans, parents, and students.
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a Christian liberal arts university.
• Valid driver's license
• Compliance with Whitworth Campus Vehicle Policy
• Demonstrated commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student athlete.
• Proven record of accomplishment in leading a highly successful tennis team or tennis instruction.
• Extensive knowledge of the sport of tennis.
• Understanding of NCAA compliance rules.
• Ability to recruit and retain quality tennis student athletes.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in team atmosphere in the Athletics Department.
• Strong commitment to the University and the NCAA Division III philosophy.

Preferred Qualifications

• College or University level coaching experience

Position Details
The position works for 10 months and is paid over a 12-month period.

This position provides leadership and managerial oversight to assistant coaches and student workers.

A background check and confirmation of degree earned will be required on the successful candidate. A resume, cover letter, faith statement, and name, email addresses, and phone numbers of a least three (3) professional references will also be required.

Whitworth University is a place of fearless intellect and unconstrained commitment to the Christian faith, equipping its students to “honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity.” Whitworth believes that integral to its core mission is modeling love and understanding across racial, ethnic, gender, socio-economic, sexual orientation, religious and other expressions of human difference. As a result, Whitworth recognizes that a diverse community is central to our mission as a liberal arts university committed to educating and developing critically thinking students. Whitworth emphasizes personal development and encourages students to understand the impact of behavior on the greater community. Whitworth encourages questions and embraces ambiguity.

Looking for resources to help with writing a faith statement? Check out our https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4484195&targetURL=Demonstrated commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student athlete.Proven record of accomplishment in leading a highly successful tennis team or tennis instruction.Extensive knowledge of the sport of tennis.Understanding of NCAA compliance rules.Ability to recruit and retain quality tennis student athletes.Ability and willingness to work effectively in team atmosphere in the Athletics Department.Strong commitment to the University and the NCAA Division III philosophy.Preferred Qualifications

• College or University level coaching experience

Position Details
The position works for 10 months and is paid over a 12-month period.

This position provides leadership and managerial oversight to assistant coaches and student workers.

A background check and confirmation of degree earned will be required on the successful candidate. A resume, cover letter, faith statement, and name, email addresses, and phone numbers of a least three (3) professional references will also be required.

Whitworth University is a place of fearless intellect and unconstrained commitment to the Christian faith, equipping its students to “honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity.” Whitworth believes that integral to its core mission is modeling love and understanding across racial, ethnic, gender, socio-economic, sexual orientation, religious and other expressions of human difference. As a result, Whitworth recognizes that a diverse community is central to our mission as a liberal arts university committed to educating and developing critically thinking students. Whitworth emphasizes personal development and encourages students to understand the impact of behavior on the greater community. Whitworth encourages questions and embraces ambiguity.

Looking for resources to help with writing a faith statement? Check out our faith statement resource page for more information.

Learn more about our shared work to achieve and sustain inclusive excellence HERE.

Whitworth complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to religious nonprofit institutions and does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. With our Christ-centered commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, the university encourages applications from populations underrepresented at Whitworth including members of racial/ethnic communities, women, and persons with disabilities.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.



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