Hamilton College is seeking applications for the position of Head Coach of Women’s Tennis and Instructor/Assistant Professor of Physical Education. Responsibilities of this full-time faculty position include overseeing all aspects of the women’s tennis program, including coaching, recruitment, scheduling, budget and roster management, equipment purchasing and maintenance, and travel planning. In addition to coaching, responsibilities also include teaching classes in the Physical Education program and completing administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Athletic Director. This faculty position requires institutional service after the first year.
Qualifications will determine faculty rank. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or other terminal degree in hand or to be completed within 3 years. Successful college coaching experience is strongly preferred. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with broadly diverse student populations. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would further the College’s goals of enhancing the educational experiences of students while building a diverse and inclusive educational environment.
The Department of Physical Education, Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness at Hamilton College consists of over twenty faculty with a wide array of interests, skills, and expertise in the sports, lifetime activity and wellness areas. Faculty maintain both administrative and head coaching positions within the department, and are complimented and supported by an extensive support staff of assistant coaches, specialized staff and administrators. Faculty regularly attend national sport specific conferences and conventions, and serve on association wide committees. Athletically, Hamilton is a founding member of the prestigious, highly competitive NESCAC (New England Small College Athletic Conference). The faculty teach a wide variety of activity and wellness classes in the Physical Education program, a necessary requirement for graduation. A wide selection of recreation and wellness opportunities are also provided by our department to the greater Hamilton community. More information can be found on the Hamilton website.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and names and contact information of three references to http://apply.interfolio.com/151421. The letter and any questions should be addressed to Jon Hind, Director of Physical Education and Athletics ([email protected]). The expected salary range for this position is $82,400 to $107,100. Review of applications will begin on August 16, 2024 and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Hamilton College is a residential liberal arts college located in central New York. The College has built its reputation on the teaching excellence and leading scholarship of its faculty, and on the academic distinction and intellectual curiosity of its approximately 2000 students who take advantage of Hamilton’s open curriculum (https://www.hamilton.edu/academics/open-curriculum). Accomplished faculty, highly capable and motivated students, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1 provide an educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, intellectual and cultural diversity, and respect for differences in the development of students as engaged members of their communities. Hamilton’s commitment to diversity is embodied in its need-blind admission policy for US Citizens and Permanent Residents; furthermore, Hamilton College meets the full demonstrated financial need for all admitted and enrolled students during their four years on campus. Please visit the college website for more information (www.hamilton.edu).
Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that is committed to building an inclusive and diverse learning community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and excel. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education to apply. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find other Hamilton and nearby academic job listings at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-upstate-new-york/, as well as additional information at https://www.hamilton.edu/dof/faculty-development/resources-for-prospective-or-new-faculty/opportunities-for-spouses-or-partners (Opportunities for Spouses or Partners). Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits.
