Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach
University in West Haven, Connecticut is looking for a full-time Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach.

Position Overview:
Assists the Head Women’s Tennis Coach in formulating, teaching, and coaching technical aspects of game preparation and game strategy for a Division I intercollegiate athletic program. Assists in directing competitions, practice, administrative activities, alumni relations activities, and the recruitment process for student athletes.

Essential Duties
1. Participates in the planning, organizing and execution of preseason and season practices and contests.
2. Evaluates the athletes’ performance and progress to ensure peak performance during practices and contests.
3. Oversees the mental and physical preparation of athletes for contests; assists in the development of conditioning programs.
4. Scout sand evaluates opponents’ performance and recommends game strategy based on that evaluation
5. Oversees the recruitment of prospective student athletes; evaluate prospective students’ athletic and academic abilities and present Head Coach with recruits for final selection.
6. Participates in planning for alumni events including fund raising or other special functions.
7. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience; or the equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience and knowledge of NCAA regulations.

Required Skill/Ability 1:
Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices. Ability to work in a diverse work environment and ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students and alums.

Required Skill/Ability 2:
Ability to organize and manage all facets of the program including recruiting, scouting, individual instruction, budget planning, monitoring academic progress and success of student-athletes, and general day to day operations.

Required Skill/Ability 3:
Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Required Skill/Ability 4:
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches and athletic and university administration. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements
Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Ability to travel required.

How to apply:
Please apply via URL provided.

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