Assistant Tennis Coach

CSL ATH: Tennis

With a rich and storied history, the University of Chicago’s Department of Athletics & Recreation endeavors to serve the broad range of fitness, physical recreation, and athletic needs of the University of Chicago community. The Department sponsors 20 intercollegiate teams and 570 student-athletes in various varsity sports. The Department sponsors more than 40 club sports and a diverse intramural sports program in which approximately 8,500 students participate each year. Numerous open recreation opportunities are provided in the two indoor facilities as well as the outdoor fields, courts, and running track. On an average day, approximately 2,100 students, faculty and staff use the athletic and recreational facilities on campus.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Head Coach, assists with planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting an athletics program within NCAA and University of Chicago standard. Recommends, plans and implements new instructional, training and conditioning programs. Teaches relevant skills to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions.

• Teach, coach, and mentor student-athletes, recruit qualified prospects, logistical planning of practice and competition, developing and implementing strategies, and complying with University, NCAA, and UAA expectations, standards, and regulations.
• Teaching relevant skills to student-athletes during training and competition.
• Evaluating the performance of the team and individuals to instruct and advise on technical, strategic, and mental development.
• Counseling student-athletes on athletic, academic, and personal needs, consulting with the head coach and appropriate University personnel as necessary.
• Adhering to the University and state law requirements regarding mandatory reporters, responsible employees, and campus security authorities.
• Extensive domestic travel required.
• Secondary departmental responsibilities will be assigned by the athletic director.
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach.
• Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings and parent-student staffing.
• Helps staff to plan and execute events.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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• Bachelor's degree.

• Minimum of two years of significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in tennis.

• CPR/First Aid certification (may be fulfilled upon employment).
• Valid driver's license.

• Proficient in computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the sport and its rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.
• Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy.
• Embracing and understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion on teams and at the University.

• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required.

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)
• List of 3 References (preferred)

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

Yes

Pay Rate Type

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.