Salary: $28,752 Includes room/board Date: August 2024Pay Frequency: MonthlyFLSA Status: Exempt Position Title: Assistant Coach/Dorm Manager-TennisDepartment: Athletics/Student Housing Position Reports To: Tennis Head Coach/Director of Student Housing
Job Summary
The Assistant Coach – Tennis Coach/Dorm Manager is a live-in position and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach-Tennis with various aspects of the program, including preseason, practice, games, scouting, and recruiting student-athletes. In addition, this position oversees the students in the Dormitory and assists in developing and implementing all residential and community activities within that dorm building. The Assistant Coach-Tennis/Dorm Manager is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Cowley College, Jayhawk Athletic Conference, and the NJCAA.
Essential Function
Assistant Tennis Coach
Teach fundamentals, techniques, etc., as directed by the Head Coach.
Assume responsibility of assisting the head Coach, under his/her supervision, in performing assigned responsibilities.
Be familiar with and follow the policies of the NJCAA and the KJCCC.
Attend team activities, as necessary.
Attend coaches’ meetings and clinics.
Attend and take part in the in-service training provided by the Head Coaches.
Remain at team activities until all participants have left facilities or designate a responsible person to remain.
Teach sportsmanship and set an example of good moral and physical behavior.
Assist in all aspects of a competitive tennis program, including; equipment management, recruiting, budget control, scheduling, academic supervision, planning, etc.
Encourage athletes to participate in all programs of the student’s choice.
Work continually with the Athletic Director and other coaches to upgrade the total athletic program.
Be loyal to the Tennis Head Coach and the tennis program.
Attend all contests in the tennis program.
Maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees, vendors, and/or any other representatives of external organizations.
Comply with all College policies and procedures
Assist the Tennis Head Coach by performing other duties as assigned
Dorm Manager
Maintain Dorm Manager office hours set by supervisor.
Act as a positive role model and will work directly with dormitory students in the development and enforcement of rules to ensure proper student conduct and care of facilities.
Assist in the training and mentoring of new Resident Assistants (RA). Assist with the RA training program each semester.
Develop a semester dorm activity schedule and coordinate communication of events with Resident Assistants, Dorm Managers, the Director of Student Life, and the Director of Housing.
Coordinate Christmas party.
1-2 larger events per semester (specific to Dormitory).
Create and submit an activities schedule for a semester at least 2 weeks before the start of the semester.
Manage budget for activities.
Communicate and Market each activity throughout campus.
Supervise, direct, develop, mentor, select, train, and evaluate 2-3 Resident Assistants, connecting student growth and development to specific learning outcomes.
Schedule weekly meetings with RA, providing feedback to the Director of Housing.
Manage all room changes. Check-in/out students during move-in/move-out days and throughout the semester. Inspect for damage during check-out.
Maintain Rooming Roster with 100% accuracy.
Maintain all housing reports.
Maintain confidentiality on all records, reports, and incidents investigated by the housing department, as well as any other record and/or information accessible to the housing department.
Conduct regular mandatory building meetings throughout the academic year
Conduct regular inspections for the appearance, operation, safety, and security of the dormitories and report all issues to the Director of Housing.
Must conduct inspections at least twice a semester.
Follow-up 24 hours after a concern is found.
Assist with all safety drills, and room and drug inspections.
Assist with dorm lock-outs
Attend weekly manager meetings.
On-call rotation for campus dormitories.
Follow up on all student concerns.
Identify and refer students to college services, including but not limited to, Student Life, Counselor, Director of Health Services, and Tutoring.
Dorm Student package processing and distribution. Process and deliver student mail to the dormitory.
Maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees, vendors, and/or any other representatives of external organizations.
Comply with all College policies and procedures
Assist the Director of Housing by performing other related duties as assigned
Required Knowledge And Skills
Extensive knowledge of tennis.
Ability to recruit, coach, and teach highly talented student-athletes.
Ability to understand and adhere to all policies, rules, and regulations of the College, Jayhawk Athletic Conference, and NJCAA.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to teamwork
A proven record of following directives and being responsible for tasks that have been assigned.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, as needed.
Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within the area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision, as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting and participating in the overall athletic program, student activities, and College events.
Ability to teach sportsmanship and set an example of good moral and physical behavior.
Ability to market and promote Cowley College Tennis.
Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
Excellent communication skills- orally, by phone, in person, and writing.
Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations. A positive attitude toward students and understanding of their social and personal development needs.
Comprehensive understanding of college housing and its interrelationship with student satisfaction and student learning.
Must have the ability to react quickly in emergencies.
Must have the ability to remain calm in tense situations and effectively deal with confrontational situations.
Understanding of and commitment to quality improvement.
Must possess a positive attitude towards students and understand their social and personal development needs.
Required Education Background
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
CPR and First Aide Certification
Required Experience
High school, college, or equivalent level coaching.
Prevention and proper care of athletic injuries.
Current, valid Driver License. A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
Must be insurable on Cowley College vehicle insurance policy.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods; ability to move freely around the campus and other locations; ability to lift up to 50 pounds; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to drive motor vehicle.
Work Environment
Work performed in sports facilities and outdoors.
Cowley College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Cowley College is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, or any other factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law.
