The department of Athletics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Coach for Women’s Tennis.
About the Opportunity
This position will assist with the recruitment, guidance, education and development of student-athletes to achieve their fullest potential with the fundamental characteristics and requirements that are necessary to conduct and produce a successful university intercollegiate women’s tennis program while instilling the importance of academic achievements at the Division I level.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
Wellness programs
What You’ll Do
Must communicate and interact with personnel in all support areas in the athletic department, as well as within the university community, parents, alumni, and fans.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive and functional knowledge of the sport, and actively seek to develop new methods and strategies of the sport.
Maintain continual and thorough knowledge of all applicable NCAA, Big 12 Conference, University and department rules and regulations
Assist the Head Women’s Tennis Coach with expense control compliance and administration of the sport budget.
Coordinate personal recruiting and team travel with the Athletic Travel Coordinator as deemed appropriate by the Head Women’s Tennis Coach.
Demonstrate an active involvement in the academic progress of student-athletes. Work closely with the student services staff to prevent academic eligibility problems.
Provide individual counseling to student-athletes, and when necessary, direct student-athlete to seek professional guidance.
Ensure communication and enforcement of rules and regulations regarding student conduct, appearance and behavior.
Assist in enforcement of mandatory study programs for student-athletes and enforces requirement for class attendance and make up course work.
Perform radio, television and Internet duties as assigned for the Mountaineer Sports Network or licensed partner. Perform interviews with the news media as needed by the sports information staff.
Participate in development activities on behalf of the Mountaineer Athletic Club, if requested.
Participate in the marketing and promotion of the women’s tennis program, including, but not limited to ticket sales, corporate sponsorships and public relations appearances.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Head Women’s Tennis Coach.
Report directly to the Head Women’s Tennis Coach; must also work closely with all others involved with carrying out the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program.
Maintain knowledge of and comply with all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines of West Virginia University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA; must be certified per NCAA Bylaw 11.5.1.1 each year; must adhere to NCAA Bylaw 11.1 Conduct of Athletic Personnel. Failure to adhere to these policies will result in appropriate disciplinary action including possible suspension and termination.
Exhibit a level of expertise in their professional fields; must also treat the academic requirements necessary for progress toward a degree as a matter of the highest priority for the student-athletes in their charge and must actively encourage them to succeed academically and graduate.
Represent the University on the highest professional level with dignity, integrity, and strength of character and will exhibit ethical behavior; must respect the rights and dignity of individuals with sensitivity to problems that may arise from racial and ethnical differences.
Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards the news media and external consistencies in order to promote the women’s tennis program.
Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports within the intercollegiate athletic program.
Possess the ability to adapt to any situation, make decisions and work independently; position must have the ability to build and maintain relationships with student-athletes, coaches , staff members and constituencies; required to use creative abilities to develop new techniques and approaches in dealing with many issues controlled by this position; responsibilities of the position are ever-changing and require constant education; requires the ability to adapt to any situation and make decisions.
Manage sensitive and confidential information related to student-athletes, coaches and staff utilizing discretion and correct decisions. Failure to use proper discretion at required level could result in major and significant embarrassment to the University and/or have a significant impact on image, revenues and eligibility of student-athletes.
Manage professional and personal time to be handle time sensitive-issues, tight deadlines, extended hours beyond the normal workday, weekend work, extensive travel and on-call availability.
Faithfully and diligently execute related duties of the department, as requested or assigned by the Head Women’s Tennis Coach.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
A minimum of two (2) years of coaching experience, preferably at NCAA Division I level and/or elite competitive experience
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Maintain high standard of ethics and integrity related to intercollegiate athletics
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and conference guidelines , policies, rules and regulations with the ability to interpret , apply, enforce and explain such policies and rules
Successfully complete NCAA certification exam annually
Maintain knowledge of state and University policies and procedures
Exhibit strong creative, organizational and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated Knowledge of correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure
Demonstrated ability in public speaking skills
Demonstrated ability to function professionally under high stress and confrontational circumstances
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks for extended period of time
Demonstrated ability to independently plan and organize work
Proactive attitude towards work and assignments
Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop personal contacts with outside groups , i.e. student-athletes , fans, media, donors, University community
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Demonstrated knowledge of record keeping and adherence to schedule
Ability to stay abreast of information impacting the affected area
Demonstrated ability to organize and motivate groups and individuals
Ability to maintain proper unit attendance and punctuality standards , work extended hours including nights andweekends (often with extensive walking and standing)
Demonstrated skills in management of an intercollegiate women’s tennis program
Demonstrated knowledge of affected areas of involvement
Demonstrated ability to manage personnel
Ability to make administrative procedural decisions and judgments
About WVU
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and received an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
