Penn State – Assistant Coach, Women’s Tennis

Job DescriptionPenn State Intercollegiate Athletics, a Division I and Big Ten Conference Institution, is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Women’s Tennis program. The Assistant Coach is responsible to the Head Coach for assisting in all aspects of the Women’s Tennis program.  Responsibilities include recruiting, coaching, developing, motivating, and evaluating academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, all in compliance with NCAA, Big Ten, and Penn State policies and procedures. Other specific responsibilities include:

Ensuring compliance with appropriate administrative processes pertaining to team travel, recruiting travel, budget, student-athlete eligibility, and academic progress.

Alum relations.

Participating in fundraising and community service efforts, as appropriate and assigned.

Assisting in the coordination with appropriate Communications staff to provide pertinent information to media outlets and in preparing related web-based and written material.

Commitment to comply fully with the mission statements of the University and Department, including Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics’ vision to prepare students for a lifetime of impact.

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Division 1 coaching and/or playing experience preferred.

This position requires the following clearances: a Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check, a Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and a Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities ofthis position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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