Salary:

$15,000.00 - $20,000.00

Annually Location:

Grambling Job Type:

Part-Time Unclassified Job Number:

202200428

Division:

Athletics Department:

Tennis Opening Date:

08/13/2026

Closing Date:

11/13/2026 11:59 PM Central Job Summary Will be responsible for all aspects of a successful program, including recruiting talented student athletes/academically, compliance with Institution, SWAC and NCAA Division I rules and regulations. Job Duties & Responsibilities Ensure the effective teaching and instruction of all specific technical skill areas to student-athletes. Coach student-athletes in their growth and development in the sport with techniques and fundamentals of their position and sport conditioning. Develop team and individual strategies to have the greatest chance of winning within the sport, through on-court/field teaching and video instruction. Design instructional programs for the team and individual student athletes and instruct student-athletes on how to implement a game plan as determined for each competition. Travel to events and evaluate potential student-athlete talent, correspond with all prospects via email, phone, face to face conversations, etc. Complete all necessary Compliance and Institutional documentation as required. Recruit student-athletes who meet University academic and athletic standards. Responsible for direct supervision of assistant coaches, all staff disciplinary actions, and any other personnel management duties as required to maintain a successful staff. Responsible for overall performance of athletes' academic progress by working closely with the academic support staff. Work with the University Compliance Office to make sure the program and student-athletes are complying with all rules and regulations regarding compliance issues. Responsible for successfully managing an annual budget including all necessary fiscal planning. Promote the program to the public including, media, donors, the University community and the general public to increase visibility and revenues for the program. Management of sport budget. Maintain a competitive schedule that will allow the team to prepare and compete successfully in the conference, as well as, in post-season play. Requires significant influence and communication with executive leadership.

Qualifications Minimum:

Bachelor's Degree Three to Five years of coaching experience on collegiate or high school level Ability to work effectively with all collegiate personnel, students, alumni and community Must be knowledgeable of NCAA rules and regulations Effective written/oral communication Sound judgment and maturity

Preferred:

Master's Degree Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics Supplemental Information Applications without the following will not be considered complete. Cover Letter Resume Transcript(s) if applicable Curriculum Vitae if applicable Review of applications will begin August 27th, 2026 and continue until position is filled. State As a Model Employer