Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach in Kansas City, Missouri at Avila University

POSITION SUMMARY
The Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach will direct all aspects of the Men's and Women's Tennis programs including, but not limited to, recruiting, scheduling, practice and game management, budget management, fundraising, compliance with NAIA, Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference and University rules, and promoting the academic and athletic development of student athletes.

Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the Tennis teams, including coaching staff, student-athletes, and support personnel.
• Set clear expectations, roles, and responsibilities for coaching staff and student-athletes.
• Develop and teach tennis techniques, strategies, and tactics to the team.
• Plan and implement effective training regimens and practice sessions.
• Coach and mentor student-athletes, focusing on improving their technique, form, and mental preparation.
• Provide individual and group instruction to enhance performance.
• Plan and organize practice sessions, drills, and skill development exercises.
• Focus on player conditioning, skill development, and teamwork during practices.
• Recruit and evaluate prospective student-athletes for the tennis programs.
• Monitor academic progress and personal development of players.
• Promote academic success among student-athletes, ensuring they meet eligibility requirements.
• Collaborate with academic support services to provide resources and support.
• Ensure compliance with NAIA or relevant sports organization rules and regulations.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of necessary compliance reports.
• Lead the team during tennis matches and tournaments, making strategic decisions and providing guidance.
• Manage player rotations, match coaching, and logistics.
• Foster a positive and disciplined team culture based on integrity, sportsmanship, and respect.
• Enforce team rules and discipline when necessary.
• Engage with alumni and maintain relationships with program supporters.
• Participate in recruiting events and activities to attract top tennis talent.
• Manage the tennis program's budgets, including travel, equipment, and other expenses.
• Ensure responsible financial management and compliance with budgetary constraints.

Qualifications:
• Collegiate tennis playing and/or coaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree, required. Master degree, preferred. NAIA and/or private, value-based University experience preferred.
• Irregular work hours such as weekends, holidays, and evenings are to be expected.
• Multilingual skills highly preferred.

Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Benefits:
This is a full-time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, vacation and sick leave, employee assistance program, retirement benefits and health insurance.

The Community:
Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information:
Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)” and produce requested documentation after employment.

In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety. A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8am and 5pm.

Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.