Womens Head Tennis Coach
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Owensboro, KY (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Women's Tennis Head Coach Kentucky Wesleyan College, a private, liberal arts college with a long-standing reputation for quality and academic excellence, invites applications for a full-time, exempt Head Women's Tennis Coach. This is a full-time, 12-month position. The position reports to the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics. Major Responsibilities Coaching & Instruction Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting practices and team workouts. Instruct student-athletes on sport fundamentals, skills development, tactics, strategy, and safety. Support preparation of the team for competitions, including game-day activities and player evaluations. Recruitment & Retention Participate in identifying, recruiting, and retaining qualified student-athletes for the cheer and stunt program. Assist with campus visits, communication with prospects, and coordination with admissions and compliance offices. Student-Athlete Support Encourage and monitor the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes. Serve as a positive role model and mentor, fostering teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Program Administration Assist with organizational tasks such as travel logistics, equipment management, and fundraising activities as needed. Help ensure compliance with NCAA, G-MAC, and Kentucky Wesleyan College policies. Secondary Duties Assigned in the area of game day management and supervision. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Previous coaching experience (high school or college level preferred). Strong knowledge of Women's Tennis skills, strategies, and NCAA intercollegiate rules. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff, student-athletes, and administrators. Preferred College-level coaching experience. Experience with recruiting and player development. Familiarity with Division II athletics compliance. Valid driver's license and insurability under college insurance. Application Process To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to jason.vittone@kwc.edu. A background check will be required for the candidate hired. The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Kentucky Wesleyan College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups. Suggested Websites Additional information about Kentucky Wesleyan may be found at https://www.kwc.edu/ .