Job Description
Job Location: Regis College Campus - Weston, MA 02493
Position Type: Full Time
Summary
Head coaching responsibilities include management of all facets of the Men’s and Women’s Tennis programs including but not limited to: coaching/teaching, recruiting, budget management, administration, scheduling of competitions, team travel, weekly practice sessions, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches/graduate interns, community service, student development, and compliance with NCAA, conference and college rules and regulations. This is a full-time, 12-month position.
Essential Functions
- Develop a program of athlete recruitment commensurate with the aims and goals of Regis College and appropriate for a member of NCAA Division III.
- Plan, organize, and coordinate practices, training sessions, and competitive strategies for intercollegiate competition.
- Determine policies and procedures for team selection, athlete participation, and team conduct.
- Coordinate and make recommendations regarding competition schedules, facility usage, and program budgets.
- Track the academic progress of men's and women's tennis student-athletes and provide appropriate support, guidance, and referrals to campus resources to promote academic success and degree completion.
- Manage inventory, maintenance, storage, and replacement of all team equipment, uniforms, and program-related supplies.
- Effectively manage the program operating budget, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources related to recruiting, travel, equipment, and other program expenses.
- Develop and implement internal and external fundraising initiatives and alumni engagement efforts to support program enhancements, special projects, training opportunities, and other non-budgeted expenses.
- Organize and oversee community service and civic engagement activities that align with the missions of Regis College, the Department of Athletics, and NCAA Division III.
- Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, interns, and student employees as assigned.
- Coordinate team travel, lodging, meals, and transportation arrangements for away competitions.
- Monitor and maintain accurate records related to recruiting, eligibility, compliance, budgets, schedules, rosters, and team operations.
- Evaluate game officials and provide feedback as required by conference and NCAA guidelines.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of and adherence to the rules, regulations, and philosophies of Regis College, the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) and NCAA Division III.
- Foster an inclusive, positive, and student-centered team culture that supports the holistic development of student-athletes.
- Collaborate with the Office of Admission to support institutional recruitment and retention goals through successful student-athlete recruitment efforts.
- Participate in Department of Athletics staff meetings, professional development opportunities, campus events, and departmental initiatives.
- Assist with athletic event management, game administration, and other departmental responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Select, supervise, and evaluate graduate intern (Assistant Coach) and all support staff for the men’s and women’s tennis programs.
QualificationsRequirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain academically qualified student-athletes in support of institutional enrollment goals.
- Previous collegiate coaching and recruiting experience preferred.
- Knowledge of NCAA Division III philosophy and commitment to the student-athlete experience.
- Strong organizational skills and computer literacy required, including familiarity with EMR software.
- Appropriate certifications in First Aid/CPR and AED are required within an appropriate time of hire and must be completed (per NCAA regulations) before the beginning of the competitive season.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel for recruiting and competition purposes.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills to work with various college constituencies.
- Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule.
- Ability to work well as a team member or independently.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail, problem solving and follow-through to consistently meet expectations and deadlines.
- Strong management skills and mentoring ability for interns and assistants.
- Ability to uphold the University’s commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
- This position requires the ability to lift in excess of 40 lbs. and requires working on nights and weekends.
- Normal office environment, not subject to extremes in noise, odors, etc.
- May spend extended periods at terminal, on telephone, or operating other office machines requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.
Compensation: $48,000 - $52,000 annually.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
In employment, as in education, Regis College is committed to equal opportunity. Regis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran’s status, membership in uniformed services or any other protected status.
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