Director, Tennis

Job Description

Job Description

Summary: Queens University of Charlotte, an NCAA Division I affiliate that competes in the ASUN Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the position Director of Tennis . This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports to the Director of Athletics. 

This position is considered a Responsible Employee for purposes of the university’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. As such, this position is required to report any incident of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence to the university’s Title IX Coordinator when made aware of such. 

Queens conducts confidential background investigations on candidates as part of the hiring process, including any past NCAA rules violations. According to the NCAA bylaws:

“Contractual agreements or appointments between a coach and an institution shall include the stipulation that a coach who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.”

This position is exempt from provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not eligible to earn overtime pay or compensatory time off for additional hours worked. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: 

• Plan, organize and direct all activities involved with running Queens’ Men’s and Women’s Tennis programs in a highly efficient and effective manner
• Provide instruction and development for individual and team improvement, analyze athlete performance, and prepare student-athletes for the highest possible levels of competition 
• Recruit student-athletes within compliance regulations and Queens’ academic admissions standards 
• Adhere to all NCAA rules and regulations for the sport 
• Monitor student-athlete academic performance to ensure academic success and policy compliance
• Work collaboratively with Queens’ strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes 
• Coordinate activities for all home and away competition including team travel plan, lodging and equipment inventory 
• Serve as primary budget manager for program operations 
• Participate in departmental meetings and activities including serving on committees and advisory board commitments 
• Provide informal support to student-athletes in areas of academic and personal matters 
• Participate in university fundraising and public relations activities 
• Coordinate and execute high-level sport camps and clinics
• Adhere to the highest standards of student-athlete welfare 

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Other duties may be assigned as needed to achieve department and university goals.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required 

• Collegiate tennis and/or coaching experience and proven ability to transfer the knowledge and skills gained to student athletes in a way that supports their academic pursuits first and foremost and ensures their wellbeing and growth in the sport
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of conference and NCAA rules and regulations 
• Proven skills in recruiting student athletes that prioritize their academic goals with their athletic growth, competition and involvement with the general student body for the betterment of all
• Budget management experience preferred
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and leadership skills 
• Proven track record of consistently modeling positive behaviors at all times 
• Strong follow‐up and follow‐through skills as well as ability to plan, organize and control projects through to completion 
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information and strong understanding of FERPA
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license 
• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in experience and education 

Application Process

Does this sound like a position of interest? Please submit the following items:

1. A cover letter addressing the position qualifications and experience
2. Current résumé 
3. Salary requirements

Applications received by September 16 , 2026 ,  will receive first consideration. Queens will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.  

About Queens University of Charlotte and Elon University

Located in the heart of one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions, Queens University of Charlotte has a long-standing commitment to academic excellence, student-centered learning, and global engagement — supported by dedicated international student services. At Elon University, global engagement is embedded in the core curriculum as a graduation requirement, making international student services integral to the university's educational mission.

As Queens and Elon University move toward a shared future, the institutions are building upon their respective strengths to create expanded opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. Drawing on the expertise of Queens' Pulliam Center for International Education and Elon's Isabella Cannon Global Education Center, this partnership is advancing an integrated vision for global education, international student support, and intercultural engagement that prepares students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

Queens University of Charlotte is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity. Queens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin, disability, political beliefs, veteran status, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, employment and hiring policies, or other University-administered programs.

Nothing in this job description restricts the university’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; this description reflects the university’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; this job description is subject to change at any time.