Head Coach - Men's Tennis

Head Coach - Men's Tennis

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Head Coach - Men's Tennis.

Position Details Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States Division Tennis Men Position Type Staff Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded No Pay Grade

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

Directs and plans goals for a competitive NCAA Division I Men's Tennis program in accordance with University, conference, and NCAA rules and procedures; recruits and develops student-athletes, as well as committing to student-athlete personal and academic welfare; committing to gender and ethnic diversity; participates in support of development of marketing and fund-raising activities, public and media relations activities; oversees practices, competition, assistant coaches, and budget (including scholarships, travel, equipment, etc.)

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs coaching and recruiting duties.
• Fields a competitive team.
• Complies with NCAA and conference rules and regulations, and department plans.
• Demonstrates effectiveness of public relations, media relations, and people skills.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in monitoring student-athlete academic progress, retention, and graduation.
• Sets and accomplishes program goals.
• Effectively maintains budget, organizational skills and student-athlete involvement.
• Maintains effective working relationship with department support staff and other university personnel.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in maintaining discipline and control of student-athletes and program.
• Effectiveness in management of scholarships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in kinesiology, sport performance, sport coaching, sport management, exercise science or other related field; minimum three years of NCAA coaching experience in the sport of tennis. Demonstrated program success and skill in developing and motivating student-athletes academically and athletically or demonstrated successful head coaching experience at the collegiate level.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects effectively
• Ability to produce high volumes of work
• Strong production quality and consistency
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to clearly communicate to staff, coaches, administrators and student athletes

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.