Head Women's Tennis Coach

Head Women's Tennis Coach Job no: 493133 Work type: Faculty - Full Time, Full year Location: Lewiston, ME Categories: Sports Teams Position Purpose The Head Women’s Tennis Coach is a 12‑month position working in the Department of Athletics. This position is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the women’s tennis team, providing significant contributions to the development of student athletes through mentorship, guidance, leadership opportunities, community building, and a commitment to social justice. This position is also responsible for the administration of all phases of varsity intercollegiate athletics with guidelines from Bates College, the NCAA, and NESCAC including compliance, scheduling competitions, travel planning, data management, practice scheduling, and roster management. The Head Women’s Tennis Coach serves as an active and visible campus presence, serving on committees, holding day‑time office hours, meeting recruits, and engaging with students outside of the Department of Athletics. The Head Women’s Tennis Coach will have significant night and weekend commitments. Job Duties Coaching Responsibilities Provide leadership, supervision, and development for the women’s tennis team to support student athletes in the areas of athletic competition skills, conditioning, personal development and professional growth Attend and serve as head coach at all scheduled team practices, competitions, and additional team functions/events Motivate students and staff to participate in an atmosphere of sportsmanship, professionalism, and respect among student athletes, coaches, and other intercollegiate athletic teams Develop a comprehensive and systematic recruitment plan with a focus on recruiting and retaining highly qualified student athletes Working in collaboration with Admission, identify and recruit highly motivated student athletes in accordance with Bates College, NESCAC, and NCAA regulations in order to enhance team success both athletically and academically Demonstrate interest in the academic progress, work, and achievement of student athletes Nominate student athletes for awards and recognition within sport membership organizations and the Department of Athletics, as deserving Hold student athletes accountable for team expectations and ensure student athlete adherence to the Student Athlete Code of Conduct Develop a strategy for a team social media presence across platforms for the publicity, promotion, and recognition of the team Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents, alumni, and the community, adhering to professionalism Engage in professional development with an eye toward gaining new knowledge in the realm of current best practices, successful coaching pedagogy, training/skill development, and risk management Schedule and conduct regular practice sessions adhering to governing bodies such as Bates College, the NCAA, and NESCAC Maintain familiarity with all rules and regulations required by governing bodies for compliance including completing the NCAA rules test annually Manage and remain accountable for expense control, administration of the team budget, and projected fiscal year needs Collaborate with appropriate departmental personnel for all travel, lodging, scheduling, compliance, and competition related administrative duties Collaborate with athletic training personnel regarding student athlete health and safety including, medical clearances, injury prevention, and rehabilitation of student athletes Coordinate team fundraising efforts in partnership with Advancement in order to augment resources for value added programming: enhanced skill training, leadership development, team cohesion exercises, etc. Participate in external events that benefit the Department of Athletics initiatives as assigned by the Director of Athletics and the College Utilizing departmental software such as “Banner,” “Front Rush,” and “Bates Reach” for appropriate tasks Attend all athletics department meetings Serve as game manager for home athletic contests as assigned and possible site management for campus partners or outside vendors Coordinate all searches for qualified assistant coaches with the approval of the Director of Athletics Prepare agendas, structure, and guidelines for coaching staff meetings Administer annual performance evaluations for all staff reporting to head coach Support professional development and success of assistant coaches reporting to head coach Foster an environment that prioritizes student‑athlete's physical, mental, and emotional well‑being Provide training necessary through skills and conditioning to enable students to compete safely and competitively Demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism in all interactions with student‑athletes Maintain appropriate boundaries while creating a culture of trust, accountability, and support Have an awareness of the lifestyle of student athletes in a highly competitive academic and athletic environment at a DIII institution Respond promptly and appropriately to student‑athlete concerns and collaborate with campus resources when needed Team Travel Responsibilities Ensure safe and appropriate travel, lodging, supervision, and conduct during team travel Maintain regular communication with student‑athletes and athletics administration during travel disruptions, emergencies, or unforeseen circumstances Exercise sound judgment regarding transportation, lodging, and team supervision Second Assignment/Campus Collaboration Take ownership of a shared process or program within the Department of Athletics (Second Assignment) Engage with the Bates community through serving on committees and fostering an environment that supports an active lifestyle for all students Participate in and encourage student‑athletes to engage in leadership opportunities within the Bates community, providing benefits to the campus and Lewiston/Auburn area Support the mission of the Department of Athletics and Physical Education Minimum Qualifications Experience Fundamental understanding of sport skills, training, and strategies for high‑level competition required Experience managing team operations, travel logistics, and administrative responsibilities Experience coaching at a highly selective academic institution Experience working with diverse student populations Experience successfully recruiting student‑athletes preferred Skills and Knowledge Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community Communicate effectively, professionally, and consistently with student‑athletes, families, colleagues, and administrators Promptly respond to administrative requests, student concerns, and operational matters in a timely manner Demonstrate the ability to assess and appropriately manage risk in both routine and emergent situations Follow established departmental protocols regarding safety, emergencies, and incident reporting Effectively manage team dynamics and conflict resolution in a constructive and educational manner Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision Strong organizational skills for successful documentation, planning and execution Benefits Bates College offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits (health, dental, 9% retirement contribution with potential for an additional 3% match, dependent care subsidy, free parking, access to library and athletic facilities & more), and a supportive, collegial environment in a drug and smoke‑free workplace. Hiring Range The hiring range for this position is $65,775 - $70,189.35. Placement within the range depends on experience and other factors. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Bates College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and providing an educational and work environment free from discrimination. The college prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses in the recruitment and admission of its students, in the administration of its education policies and programs, or in the recruitment of its faculty and staff. Bates College adheres to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity laws and regulations. All college faculty, staff, students, contractors, visitors, and volunteers are responsible for understanding and complying with the Non‑Discrimination Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr