VCU Athletics is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Men's Tennis Coach to lead and develop a nationally competitive Division l men's tennis program.

Summary:

The Head Men's Tennis Coach is responsible for the direction and development of nationally competitive Division I men's tennis program. Reporting to the Associate AD for Sports Operations and supervising the Assistant Men's Tennis Coach, the Head Coach will oversee the recruitment and training of all student-athletes to prepare them for competition in local, regional and national arenas. The Head Coach will also oversee the academic progress of all student-athletes. All duties are performed in support of VCU Athletics' mission to win conference and national championships, provide a first-class student-athlete experience, serve as a source of pride for the University and community and cultivate graduates who excel as leaders.

Typical Duties

Coaching

• Oversee coaching & training of student-athletes at the NCAA Division l level to prepare them for competition in local, regional and national arenas;
• Manage scheduling of all matches for the men's tennis team;
• Secure travel arrangements involved with recruitment, matches, and tournament or manage staff to do the same; and,
• Monitor the retention and academic progress of student-athletes.

Recruiting/Evaluating Prospective Student-Athletes

• Successful evaluation and recruitment of academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes;
• Train and manage staff to do the same; and
• Maintain accurate files of current and prospective student-athletes.

Administrative Tasks

• Be aware of and remain in compliance with NCAA, A10, State and University regulations regarding NCAA Division l Men's Tennis;
• Maintain required NCAA, A10, State and University paperwork;
• Maintain responsibility for the fiscal and budgetary functions associated with the Men's Tennis program or manage staff to do the same; and
• Promote execution of the Athletic Department's strategic plan by adhering to its mission and core values and acting upon it's goals and strategies.

Management/Supervision

• Supervise the conduct of assistance coach, and their activities, including compliance with NCAA rules, and provide annual and mid-year evaluations