Associate Head/Assistant Men's Tennis Coach

Summary Of Job Duties

The Associate Head Men's Tennis Coach or Assistant Men's Tennis Coach will assist the Head Men's Tennis Coach in the overall operation of a Division I men's tennis program for the University of Arkansas. Responsibilities include managing practice, match preparation, overseeing administrative processes and player development. Assist in recruiting talented student-athletes to the program. This involves scouting potential recruits, attending tournaments, evaluating players' abilities, and building relationships with high school coaches and players in order to recruit athletically and academically qualified student-athletes.

Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

(Assistant) Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least one year of experience in collegiate or elite-level tennis coaching or playing at the NCAA Division I level or equivalent international/professional experience

• Experience in player development, practice planning, and match preparation

• Ability to effectively recruit and evaluate prospective student-athletes, with a focus on athletic ability, academics, and character

(Associate) Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least three years of successful coaching experience at the collegiate, professional, or international level, including demonstrated success in recruiting and developing top-level talent

• Proven track record of contributing to team success at the conference or national level

• Demonstrated leadership skills, including experience supervising or mentoring staff or student-athletes

• Experience with organizing and conducting team practices, individual workouts, and competitive match strategies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience competing or coaching at the NCAA Division I level, especially within a Power Five conference or internationally competitive programs

• Professional or high-level collegiate playing experience, ideally with national or international rankings

• Demonstrated success in international and domestic recruiting, including familiarity with NCAA eligibility and transfer processes

• Strong networking connections within USTA, ITF, and/or ATP/college tennis communities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations and commitment to compliance

• Knowledge of Southeastern Conference rules and regulations

• Strong knowledge of tennis techniques, strategies, and training methods

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to recruit and develop high-level student-athletes

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required