Salem State University values and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We invite you to become a member of our community. Salem State University seeks to create learning environments, both in and out of the classroom, where students are encouraged to achieve their full intellectual, personal, social, emotional and athletic potential. Through varsity activities, Salem State University’s Department of Athletics offers a full array of athletic opportunities to the university’s 10,000 students. The Head Men's and Women's Tennis coach will be responsible for all aspects of leading a varsity intercollegiate program in fullfillment of those goals.

The Head Coach will be responsible for organizing, implementing and directing all phases of the intercollegiate Men’s & Women’s Tennis team including:
1. Provides individual and group training and instruction during all practice sessions.

2. Is cognizant of and responsible for adhering to all the rules and regulations promulgated by Salem State University, the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC), the NCAA and the other organizations with which the university is affiliated that are responsible for governing intercollegiate athletics.
3. Recruits academically and athletically qualified prospective student-athletes to the university in compliance with established NCAA, LEC, and institutional policies to ensure the on-going quality and success of the program.
4. Accompanies teams to all home and away contests.
5. Prepares reports and recommendations relative to the sport as requested including scheduling, budget preparation, program evaluations and eligibility verification.
6. Communicates regularly with the Athletic Trainers to determine the physical status and/or limitations of student athletes.

7. Is responsible for promoting the program is a positive manner and being a positive role model to the student-athletes in the program.

8. Responsible for tracking budget expenditures and reconciling procurement cards in a timely manner.

9. Participates in recruitment and hiring of part time assistant coach(es). Supervises assistant coaches and ensures all staff involved in the Men’s and Women's Tennis programs are aware of compliance rules and NCAA, conference, and Salem State guidelines.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree
2. 2 years head coaching experience, at the collegiate or comparable level.
3. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work required o manage a successful men's and women's program
4. Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.

5.  Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
   

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in coaching both men's and women's tennis

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach a resume and cover letter. Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed. 

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university

Working Conditions:

This is an in person position with on-campus, in-person responsibilities which may require ocasional work on evenings and weekends.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Please note: Contracted positions are part-time and non-benefitted. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Contracted positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.