Assistant Coach, Men's Tennis

About the role

This position reports to the Head Men’s Tennis Coach within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Under the direction of the head coach, the Assistant Coach will be responsible for the leadership, management, oversight, and execution of a comprehensive collegiate athletic program serving men’s tennis student‑athletes within the University of Washington’s Athletic Department.

Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an IMPACT by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in GROWTH through dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a COMMUNITY who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that INCLUSION means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all. With over 650 student‑athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student‑athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and athletic performance: 50%
• Recruiting and talent identification: 35%
• Compliance, Roster Management & Administrative Operations: 10%
• Student‑athlete development: 5%

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of one year of coaching or playing tennis at the collegiate or professional level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and according to FERPA regulations.
• Skill in working independently and following through on duties with minimal direction.
• Outstanding communication, listening, analytical, and problem‑solving skills in work with student‑athletes and athletic department staff.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work evening and weekend hours and travel extensively for competition and recruiting, as needed.
• Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, the Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body is of paramount importance.
• As a condition of employment, the Employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Benefits

Taxable benefits include tickets to UW Intercollegiate home competitions. Non‑local candidates may be eligible for a moving allowance. For detailed benefit information, see UW staff benefits page.

Pay

Pay Range Minimum: $69,600.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $85,020.00 annual

Schedule

Shift: First Shift (United States of America). This is a regular full‑time position (100% FTE).