Head Mens & Womens Tennis Coach Position Available In Grafton, New Hampshire

Job Description Summary This position organizes, conducts and supervises all aspects of a Division II Men’s & Women’s Tennis teams, within the parameters designated by the University, Sunshine State Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of tennis, and a commitment to the academic and athletic development of student-athletes.

Job Description Duties and Tasks:

Recruit, select, and retain high-caliber student-athletes for both men’s and women’s tennis teams. Plan/manage all competitions and practices of the program, including in-season and out-of-season player development. Promote a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. Provide successful coaching, counsel and direction, to ensure that team members have the opportunity to realize their potential as athletes, students, and members of the general University community. Monitor and support the academic progress of student-athletes, emphasizing the importance of both athletic and academic success. Collaborate with academic support services to ensure student-athletes meet eligibility requirements. Stay informed and ensure compliance with all NCAA or relevant athletic association rules and regulations. Educate student-athletes on compliance matters and uphold the highest standards of integrity. Create positive support for the program within the campus community and outside constituencies including alumni, parents and friends of Saint Leo University. Adhere to NCAA Division II, SSC, and Saint Leo University rules and regulations, supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of the University and its intercollegiate athletics program as well as adherence to departmental policies and procedures. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties or responsibility requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation, subject to reasonable accommodation.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of coaching tactics and techniques. Well-developed interpersonal communication skills Ability to recruit student athletes. Ability to motivate student-athletes. Ability to prioritize practice plans, recruiting and game management. Budget management experience preferred Must be willing to work and travel nights and weekends as the match schedule and recruiting requires. CPR and first aid certification

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

Previous college or university tennis coaching experience College playing experience preferred Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university required; Master’s degree preferred Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lifting of equipment Exposure to various outside weather conditions Special Instructions Required Documents In addition to a resume, the following documents are required for consideration. Please upload documents in the second step of the application packet process: Cover Letter Values Statement

• (500 words or less), should highlight how your philosophy and practices fit the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Saint Leo University.

The Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Core Values are available on the Saint Leo website at https://www.saintleo.edu/about/mission-values.

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. Why Work at Saint Leo? What it’s Like to

Work Here:

Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE! We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time). FREE Tuition

• Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity
• Dependent of Employees
• Generous Paid Leave
• Sick, Vacation, and Holidays Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!

100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options) Employer-provided life insurance Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans Nationwide Pet Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts 403b Retirement Plan Wellness Center

• Eligibility based on meeting required service period 2025 ICUBA Benefits Guide_St Leo Top Workplace Each year from 2012 to 2016, Saint Leo University was named one of Tampa Bay’s Top Workplaces by the Tampa Bay Times.

The Top Workplaces in Tampa Bay program was created by the Tampa Bay Times and WorkplaceDynamics. The companies in this survey were ranked based on leadership, compensation and training, workplace flexibility, and diversity. One of the Top-Ranked Universities in Florida One of the top-ranked universities in Florida, Saint Leo is a Catholic, liberal arts school serving learners of all faiths. We are traditional, but we are cutting edge Established in 1889 by the Order of Saint Benedict of Florida, the university seeks balanced growth in mind, body and spirit for all members of our community. Saint Leo has grown from a peaceful campus in the rolling hills of Central Florida to an institution of international consequence—ranked one of the best regional universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report Our Tampa-area campus remains committed as ever to student-centered liberal arts education, and is strengthened by the global reach of our regionally accredited online programs and Education Centers in seven states across the U.S., including on many military bases. We are Catholic, but we are for everyone Our determination to make higher education more accessible to all has made Saint Leo a world leader in redefining the 21st century university. Saint Leo now serves more than 16,000 students from 49 states and 86 countries—ranking us among the five largest Catholic higher education institutions in the United States. Saint Leo is also one of the nation’s 10 leading providers of higher education to the U.S. military. While we are proudly Catholic, we teach students not because they are Catholic, but because we are Catholic. And our faith compels us to imagine and contribute to a more socially just society. Non-Discrimination EEO Statement Saint Leo University has a strong commitment to principles of equal employment opportunity and equal access to education. Saint Leo University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethic origin, genetic information, sex, gender, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law in its educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, employment, or other school administered programs. The policy is enforced by Saint Leo University and by applicable laws such as Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992.

The Title IX Office Office Location:

Benedictine Hall 3rd

Floor Email Address:

titleixcoordinator@saintleo.edu

Telephone Number:

(352) 588-8993

Mailing Address:

Saint Leo University ATTN:

Title IX Office 33701 C.R. 52, Saint Leo, FL 33574 The Director of Accessibility Services and the Section 504 Coordinator, Michael Bailey, may be contacted at michael.bailey02@saintleo.edu.

Note:

Questions regarding job application status can be sent to hr@saintleo.edu. The above contacts are listed specifically for Title IX and/or Accessibility concerns only. The University has developed the ‘Title IX Sexual Harassment Grievance Policy’ to address any Title IX related allegations of sexual harassment. The policy can be found on the University website. A written/hard-copy version of the policy is available upon request from the Title IX Coordinator. Links Campus Security & Safety Employment Site