Overview
The Assistant Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach will support the head coach and student-athletes in all facets of running a competitive NCAA Division III program. This includes coaching matches, planning and attending practices, developing student-athletes, performing game-day operations, and recruiting prospective student-athletes. Travel for away matches and compliance with NCAA & MIAC regulations are also necessary.
This position is expected to work 17 hours per week over the 15 week season. For details on compensation, please see below.
About The Department: The Macalester College Athletic Department fosters a supportive, challenging environment for student-athletes, emphasizing both academic and athletic excellence. As an NCAA Division III institution and member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (MIAC), the department prioritizes competitive success, developmental growth, and community engagement. The department is committed to providing a holistic, well-rounded experience for student-athletes to excel in their sport while preparing them for success beyond Macalester.
Read more about Macalester Athletics here.
Responsibilities
- Assist with coaching during matches and practices, making strategic decisions to enhance team performance.
- Accompany teams to off-campus matches and practices.
- Build positive relationships with student-athletes, understanding their academic and athletic commitments.
- Prepare for on-court hitting during practice sessions if necessary.
- Partake in the recruitment of potential student-athletes.
- Adhere to compliance requirements of the NCAA, MIAC, and Macalester College.
- Support departmental and college initiatives through active participation.
Qualifications
- Strong tennis background with teaching, coaching, and playing abilities.
- High school diploma/GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 1–3 years of college or competitive club coaching experience.
- Valid driver’s license required; USPTA or USPTR certification preferred.
- Proficiency in basic computer use and social media platforms.
Compensation:
This position will receive a stipend of $5,100, to be paid over the duration of the 15 week season.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.
Application Guidelines:
For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by November 26th. Interviewing will begin after this date, and this role will be posted until filled.
Jaclyn HowardTalent Acquisition Manager [email protected]
Macalester College – Institutional Overview
Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.
At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.
