Head Women's Tennis Coach

MARYVILLE COLLEGE STAFF POSITION DESCRIPTIONPosition Title: Head Women’s Tennis CoachDepartment: AthleticsTitle of Immediate Supervisor: Senior Associate Athletics DirectorFunded Term / Work Cycle: 12 months; Full-timeExpected Daily Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; variesExpected Weekly Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; evenings, weekends, and travel requiredPay Grade: 5SSalary Expectations: $40,671About Maryville College:Maryville College is a nationally ranked institution of higher learning and one of America’s oldest colleges. For more than 200 years, we’ve educated students to be giving citizens and gifted leaders to study everything so that they are prepared for anything. Our graduates are equipped to address complex problems, engage with diverse communities, and launch meaningful careers.Nestled in Maryville, Tennessee, between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the city of Knoxville, our campus combines the beauty of a rural setting with the advantages of an urban center. With a wide range of academic programs and a strong tradition of career preparation, our alumni live “strong of mind and brave of heart,” carrying forward our Presbyterian founder’s charge to do good on the largest possible scale.MissionAt Maryville College, we offer more than a mission—we offer support. Our employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a generous paid time off program; a retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%; tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents; and the opportunity to grow in a collaborative community that values professional excellence and personal well-being.“Maryville College prepares students for lives of citizenship and leadership as we challenge each one to search for truth, grow in wisdom, work for justice and dedicate a life of creativity and service to the peoples of the world.”Values:Scholarship: We commit ourselves to lifelong curiosity and learning, to the search for knowledge, and to intellectual creativity.Respect: We commit ourselves to honor the worth, dignity, and freedom of ourselves and all creation, and to treat others as we wish to be treated.Integrity: We commit ourselves to truth, honesty, dependability, and responsibility in all our actions and relationships.Position Summary and PurposeProvides leadership and oversight for the varsity women’s tennis program, including supervision, recruitment, training, and administration of program operations while promoting academic and athletic success, supporting NCAA Division III compliance expectations, and advancing institutional engagement through student-athlete development and program visibility.Education and Experience required to ensure success in this position:EducationBachelor's degree required.Master’s degree, preferred.ExperienceThree to five years of tennis coaching experience in an educational setting.College head coaching experience preferred.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSLeadership and Collaboration:Oversees and leads all aspects and responsibilities of the women’s tennis programSupervises assistant tennis coaches and student workersConducts interviewing, hiring, training, work assignment, evaluation, and discipline processes as appropriateAttends athletic staff meetings and collaborates with other coaches and athletics personnelEstablishes good rapport and generates respect among students, campus colleagues, and the local communityManages student-athlete development through coaching, evaluation, and feedbackOversees all practices and competitionsData, Technology, and ComplianceDemonstrates knowledge of and utilizes effective athletic administration practices, departmental policies and procedures, and NCAA/conference compliance expectationsAssists with all reports relative to their sport including game and seasonal statistics, season end reports, new records, award recommendations, and other reports deemed necessaryCoordinates all external communications that revolve around their program with the Athletic Communications officeMaintains accurate program documentation and reporting responsibilitiesStakeholder and Institutional SupportCoordinates recruiting efforts in collaboration with Enrollment Management, Financial Aid, and Athletics staffMonitors academic progress of student-athletes in partnership with the Senior Assistant Athletic DirectorEngages alumni and friends of the Women’s Tennis programParticipates in institutional fundraising initiatives and periodic campaignsRepresents Maryville College in conference and national committee meetingsServes as Game Manager for select home athletic eventsParticipates in approved camps and coaching clinicsOperations and Technical OversightFinalizes and submits team competition schedulesOversees issuance and retrieval of program equipmentCoordinates with the Athletic Trainer regarding injuries, rehabilitation processes, and conditioning practicesSupervises and secures assigned facilities; promptly reports items requiring maintenance or security attention to the Athletic DirectorFiscal OversightAssures accurate bookkeeping on all program-related accounts; must file financial reports promptly and accuratelyStrategic Planning and SustainabilityLeads effective recruiting and retention strategy for the women’s tennis programDemonstrates the ability to advance competitive outcomesSupports long-term program development consistent with NCAA Division III philosophyStrengthens program engagement with alumni and institutional supportersContributes to visibility and reputation of Maryville College AthleticsOther:NOTE: Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty, and students.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to meet multiple competing demands effectivelyAbility to work independently and collaborativelyAbility to function successfully in a dynamic athletics environmentAbility to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgroundsCommitment to student success within the Maryville College experienceFamiliarity with NCAA Division III philosophy preferredDemonstrated successful leadership and supervisory capabilityStrong organizational and program coordination skillsRegular attendance is required.License, Certification, or Registration Necessary:Valid Tennessee driver’s license required (or ability to obtain within 30 days)Must maintain eligibility to operate College fleet vehiclesPass NCAA rules test annuallyMaintain First Aid and CPR certification as required by NCAAWork Environment and Physical Requirements:Ability to navigate campus and athletics facilitiesAbility to lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionallyEvening/weekend work requiredOvernight and out-of-state travel requiredProfessional office and athletics environment with interruptions and frequent student interactionAbility to operate the following vehicles or equipment:Standard office equipmentCollege vehicles, vans, carts, and cars“The College may, at its discretion, sponsor employment-based immigration petitions (such as H-1B or permanent residency) on behalf of employees when permitted by law and aligned with institutional priorities and budget.Sponsorship is contingent on satisfactory continued employment, compliance with applicable federal regulations, availability of institutional resources, and the College’s sole determination of fiscal feasibility.The College cannot guarantee sponsorship in any case, particularly where newly introduced federal filing fees or wage obligations create financial burdens inconsistent with institutional budget stewardship. 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