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Athletics Department:

Men's Tennis Hiring Wage/Salary Range $20.00 - $25.00 / hour Department Statement Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume. Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore. This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service. Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win - to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community. Accountabilities Assist Colgate's men's and women's tennis programs on-court at practices and competitions. The assistant coach will aid in the development and coaching of Colgate student-athletes. The assistant coach will work under the direct supervision of the men's tennis head coach and the women's tennis head coach. Responsible for execution of specific strategic activities and outcomes within assigned sport. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas: on-court hitting and coaching leading drills providing encouragement and instruction to student-athletes adherence to each Head Coach's philosophy Attendance at all required compliance educational meetings. Accountable for maintaining professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Accountable for student-athlete welfare while coaching. Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes.

Colgate Athletics Mission:

To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence. This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department. Professional Experience/ Qualifications 3-4 years of collegiate tennis experience (as a student-athlete or coach).

Candidate must demonstrate:

significant knowledge of tennis; proven success as a student-athlete or coach at the college level; strong commitment to the academic success of student-athletes; knowledge and commitment to University, Conference and NCAA regulations; good communication skills; strong leadership qualities. Preferred Qualifications Division 1 tennis playing or coaching experience Strong interpersonal communication skills Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Other Information Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requisition Number:

2026CW037

Posting Temporary:

Yes Work Schedule:

20 hours per week This is an appointment period of September 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027