Head Tennis Coach and Director of Tennis Operations - 21848
ATTENTION:
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics seeks a Head Tennis Coach and Director of Tennis Operations (Coach, (CC001).
This will be a full-time, 12-month Limited Appointment serving at the pleasure of the Chancellor. To learn more about this type of appointment please see the UW System Administrative Policy 1251: Appointment Terms & Designation of Positions and the Personnel Rules.
JOB DETAILS:
The Head Tennis Coach and Director of Tennis Operations is responsible for the planning, recruiting, coaching, developing, implementing, communication and administering of his/her program to achieve University and Department objectives. Goals and objectives are to be developed prior to the beginning of each season with the Director of Athletics. The selected candidate will exhibit behavior that enhances the respect for the student-athletes, the athletics program, the University, and yourself in the conduct of your professional responsibilities. This position will be required to direct and control your program in accordance with NCAA, WIAC, and University rules and regulations. Violation of University, NCAA or Conference rules on the part of Athletic Department personnel may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
The Head Tennis Coach and Director of Tennis Operations reports to Director of Athletics, Supervises Assistant Coach(s), and Student Assistant(s). This position will maintain a good working relationship with the Director, Athletic Trainers, Strength & Conditioning Coordinator, Athletic Department Support Staff, and other Department and University personnel.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree
- PTR or USPTA certification
- 5+ years head coaching experience
- Tennis camp experience
- Must be able to work weekends/evenings and travel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent written and oral skills, knowledge or computer applications and software packages, and organizational abilities.
- Experience budgeting yearly expenses
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
RESPONSIBILITIES:
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION OF PROGRAM/COACHING:
1. Adhere to all rules and guidelines of the NCAA, WIAC and University.
2. Plan and direct the development of student-athletes in relation to general and specific skills necessary for successful competition.
3. Ensure that appropriate safety precautions are taken by all personnel involved with the program. Adhere to all athletic training measures for the safety and welfare of students and staff.
4. Work with Athletic Department Business Manager in monitoring your operating budget and any other accounts for the program which includes: transportation, meals, lodging, officials, equipment, and supplies.
5. Instruct assistant and student coaches in the principles and rules of the sport, WIAC, NCAA, and University policies.
6. Schedule, prepare, and supervise all team travel, including transportation, lodging, and meals.
7. Assist in search and screen process for assistant coaches.
8. Function as a liaison with support personnel (athletic administration, athletic training, strength & conditioning, and facilities) to ensure the safety, maintenance and preparation of the playing and practice areas for all students and staff.
9. Monitor the academic process of the student-athletes on your team ensuring that normal progress is made toward the attainment of the degree.
10. Develop and promote a team consciousness of academic achievement to ensure an atmosphere supportive of and conducive to academic success.
11. Define and implement team and individual goals.
12. Maximize player and team performances by identifying team strengths and weaknesses.
13. Assign coaching and recruiting responsibilities to and supervise the work of assistant coach(s).
14. Develop and implement game strategy independently or in consultation with assistant coach(s).
15. Plan and organize in-season and off-season programs.
16. Provide information requested by the athletic administrators, including eligibility and participation information promptly and accurately.
17. Develop game scheduling in accordance with guidelines and calendars of University and regulatory bodies; assures understanding and awareness of academic schedules and pertinent game regulations.
18. Reserve athletic facilities for games, practices, and special events, as required.
19. Work with Athletic Department Business Manger in arrangement for game officials.
20. Assist with management and conduct of athletic contests.
21. Attend Department meetings.
22. Attend appropriate WIAC meetings.
23. Attend job-related clinics and conferences.
24. Assist the Sports Information Director by providing information to ensure all necessary statistical, student-athlete and staff information is current.
25. Promptly Inform the Sports Information Director of any changes in schedules, rosters and staff personnel.
26. Provide results of all home and away games, as needed, in a timely manner.
27. Never publicly criticize student-athletes, the university support staff, game officials or opponents.
RECRUITING:
1. Maintain an effective and competitive program through the recruitment of quality student-athletes and successful coaching of those individuals.
2. Plan, organize, implement and evaluate recruiting activities within guidelines set by the NCAA, WIAC and University.
3. Complete recruiting logs on a monthly basis.
4. Identify, observe, evaluate and select prospective student-athletes.
5. Inform prospective student-athletes on matters concerning educational, career and sports competition opportunities.
6. Oversee prospective student-athletes visits to and from campus to ensure a safe, informative and pleasant experience.
7. Provide the Admission's/Registrar's office with desired information on all incoming student-athletes.
DEVELOPMENT:
1. Develop and execute fund raising projects needed to support program.
2. Strongly encourage development and direction of programs such as camps, clinics, and workshops.
3. Assist in developing support to promote your sport.
4. Assist with total program support through Athletic Department activities and events.
ASSISTING WARHAWK TENNIS CAMP:
1. Recruitment of coaches and players to fill the camps annually.
2. Work with CES Camps office on all camp preparations throughout the year including lodging, dining, facilities, athletic training, and all other needs.
3. Work with CES on the hiring of Staff and Student Staff for camps.
4. Conduct marketing strategies throughout the year to maintain the high volume of campers.
TENNIS FACILITIES PLANNING AND MAITENANCE:
1. Work with the Director Athletics and Director of Facilities on master plan for tennis court layout and vision.
2. Establish yearly maintenance plan for maintaining courts and axillary amenities.
3. Maintain relationships with any off-site tennis facility entities in the area to ensure a quality environment for the players and program overall.
EQUIPMENT ROOM/LAUNDRY SERVICES:
1. Assist the Equipment Manager as requested in all matters pertaining to selection, ordering and returning of equipment, supplies and materials.
2. Provide laundry personnel with updated roster, game and practice schedules in a timely fashion to insure that general laundry and game uniforms are readily available when needed.
3. Inform student-athletes of their responsibility and financial obligation of returning sports equipment and uniforms.
SPORTS MEDICINE (ATHLETIC TRAINING/STRENGTH & CONDITIONING):
1. Provide your assigned Certified Athletic Trainer with support, updated practice schedules and information necessary for them to care, prevent and rehabilitate your student-athletes.
2. Provide Strength & Conditioning Coordinator with support and information necessary for the proper conditioning of your student-athletes.
SCHOLARLY AND PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY:
1. Attend job-related clinics and conferences.
2. Maintain current membership in professional organizations.
3. Take part in professional development and educational activities to stay abreast of new ideas, concepts and changes in your area.
UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY SERVICE:
1. Serve on department and university committees as needed.
2. Serve as a resource to the community in areas of expertise.
3. Assist with the development of outreach activities which support and enhance the athletics program, individual sport, and university.
*Assume other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
*This job description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing institutional and departmental objectives and conveys the primary functions and responsibilities of the position.
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.
Belonging and mattering are central to the university's culture, and UW-Whitewater strives to maintain an environment where individual and collective efforts are valued and celebrated. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $75,000 - $85,000.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by June 8, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu.
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Kayla Savage
Athletic Program Operations Manager
262-472-4661
DeRosiaKR11@uww.edu
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional references
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