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Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 1/06/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, non-exempt.
Required Application Materials:
Resume is required.
Cover Letter is preferred.
Job Details
Job Summary
The Assistant Men’s Tennis Coach assists the Head Men’s Tennis Coach in the daily management of the Men’s Tennis Program. This role is responsible for assisting in the recruitment of prospective student athletes, assisting with on-court coaching, serving as a community relations liaison for the Men’s Tennis Program to public and assisting with monitoring the academic progress of student athletes.
Core Responsibilities
Assists in recruiting quality student athletes.
Assists in conducting practice sessions and be present during strength and conditioning sessions.
Assists in establishing training rules for student-athletes and keeping them informed of acceptable standards of conduct.
Performs game-day management duties.
Assists with developing game schedules and equipment purchases that will allow the men’s tennis teams to stay within their approved budgets.
Assists in monitoring satisfactory academic progress of student-athletes.
Be knowledgeable of and adherence to NCAA and Conference rules and regulations.
Monitors the compliance to NCAA and Conference rules and policies by student athletes.
Responsible for the execution of effective systems of internal control which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded.
Travels as needed to support tournament participation and recruiting activities at the request of the coaching staff.
Represents UTSA at American Conference and national meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Three (3) years of experience as a men’s tennis student athlete or coach.
Connections with Club’s and Pro’s in Town.
Knowledge of local clubs and local professional tennis players.
This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications
Five (5) years of experience as a men’s tennis coach in a university setting.
Experience playing tennis on the professional circuit.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Specific knowledge in the sport of men’s tennis and knowledge and compliance with all NCAA, State of Texas, UTSA and American Conference rules and regulations.
Demonstrated excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion and flexibility.
Knowledge of stringing machines, rackets, ordering proper shoes and clothing.
Member of United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA). (Preferred)
Member of United States Tennis Association (USTA). (Preferred)
Working Conditions
Working Environment:
Physical activity in the sport of Men’s Tennis.
Weekend and evening hours and travel required.
Physical Demands:
Medium: Up to 50lbs – Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
How To Apply
Applicants interested in applying for this position can fill out an application online by clicking here, or they can send UTSA Head Men’s Tennis Coach Alexandru Gozun an email at [email protected]
