Assistant Coach (Women's Tennis)

Department: Univ Athletics-Tennis W
Salary/Grade: EXS/32

Target hiring range for this position will be between $51,500 - $57,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Job Summary:

The Assistant Women's Tennis Coach reports to the Head Women's Tennis Coach and assists in all aspects related to the Women's Tennis program. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible appointment that is renewable on a contract basis.

*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. *

*Note: Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job description.

Specific Responsibilities:

Coaching

• Assist the head coach in coaching and training Northwestern's Women's Tennis team; develop and conduct all in-season and out-of-season sessions, including individual hitting sessions throughout the year as deemed necessary and appropriate.
• Help with the psychological preparation of team in both pre-game and post-game, and develop a motivational approach to practice and games.
• Work to develop comprehensive knowledge of tennis in decision-making, handling authority and setting and meeting objectives.
• Work with appropriate Northwestern University Department of Athletics and Recreation (NUDAR) staff in providing the student/athletes the skills, support, and resources to be successful at Northwestern.
• Assist with on-court coaching during matches.

Administrative

• Help with team travel, specifically by being the liaison to our Anthony Travel Representative for air, bus, and minivan travel arrangements for away meets and practices.
• In cooperation with Compliance staff, maintain countable athletically related activity (CARA) logs and practice schedules; input all practice and playing schedules into Teamworks.
• Support the Athletic Communications department and Marketing department in publicizing and marketing the tennis programs.
• Work with the team equipment manager to place yearly orders and organize equipment for team travel; collaborate with the equipment manager for distribution of shoes and clothing.
• Help with video match analysis.
• Develop and maintain all statistical performance records for individual athletes and the team.

• Assist with the organization of the annual fundraiser.

Recruiting

• Assist with the recruiting for the tennis programs; maintain database in ARMS, identify and correspond with qualified prospective student-athletes (mailings, phone & email correspondence); schedule on-campus/off-campus visits and create itineraries; establish and maintain all files on prospective student-athletes for admissions; evaluate prospects off-campus throughout the year as allowed by NCAA rules.
• Develop and maintain all recruiting documents and materials as deemed necessary and appropriate with adherence to rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.
• Develop strong relationships with coaches all over the world.

Other

• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.
• Attend meetings, conferences, training sessions, community service events, etc. as required.
• Report issues and concerns to the Head Coach and/or Sport Administrator and faithfully and diligently carry out other Department-related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports in the Intercollegiate and Recreational programs.
• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws, and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference, CSC, and the NCAA.
• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University continuing education initiatives and required certifications and trainings.

Miscellaneous

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience as a collegiate tennis coach.
• Previous experience as a collegiate tennis player.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Willingness and ability to work, as well as travel, mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage stressful situations
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, CSC, Big Ten Conference, and Northwestern University preferred
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact and establish engaging relationships with a wide variety of constituents.
  

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.