Job Information
Skidmore College Assistant Coach, Men's Tennis in Saratoga Springs, New York
Skidmore College’s Athletic, Fitness and Recreation Department invites applicants for a part-time, regular (9 month) Assistant Men’s Tennis Coach position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with planning team practices and individual training sessions
Assist with recruiting prospective student-athletes
Assist with coaching dual matches and tournaments
Mentoring a diverse and vibrant roster of student-athletes
Creating social media content
Analyzing match and practice videos/scouting opponents
Communicate and develop a rapport with student-athletes, families, faculty, and alumni
Facility home game management and/or equipment room responsibilities during the academic year
Ensure that the policies, procedures and regulations of organizations to which the College belongs including the NCAA and Liberty League are adhered to.
All other duties as assigned and therefore deemed necessary and appropriate by the head coach.
Work hours that may be diverse and long, including evenings and weekends for instruction, team travel, recruiting and scouting. Time will be spent in various environments, including indoor and outdoor facilities.
Qualifications:
An Associate degree or equivalent with a minimum of three years collegiate tennis coaching and/or playing experience is required.
Candidate should be a positive, energetic, and trustworthy leader with strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work a flexible schedule.
A valid driver’s license and CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain) are required.
Salary will be $15,000. There are potential opportunities for additional sources of income, including teaching youth and adult tennis lessons/camps throughout the year.
Anticipated start date will be September 1, 2024.
Required documents needed to apply:
On-line application
Cover Letter
Resume
List of Three References
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
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