Assistant Coach - Men’s and Women’s Tennis

About the role

Long Island University (LIU) seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach to support the head coach in all aspects of the men’s and women’s tennis programs. This full-time assistant coach position involves assisting with practice planning, player development, recruitment, and program administration, contributing to a competitive and positive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and Leadership: Collaborate with the head coach to develop and execute comprehensive coaching plans focused on enhancing tennis skills, performance, and team dynamics. Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and sportsmanship.
• Recruitment: Actively identify and recruit top-tier student-athletes who align with LIU’s academic and athletic standards. Build and maintain relationships with high school coaches, club programs, and recruitment networks.
• Team Management: Oversee all aspects of team operations, including organizing practice schedules, preparing for competition, developing strategies, and ensuring optimal performance and safety of student-athletes.
• Academic Support: Work closely with academic advisors to monitor the academic progress of student-athletes, ensuring they meet the university’s academic expectations.
• Compliance: Maintain a high level of integrity by ensuring the program adheres to NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations.
• Community Engagement: Represent the program positively within the campus and local communities. Foster relationships with alumni, fans, and donors to increase program visibility and support.
• Budget Management: Assist with managing the program’s budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource optimization.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience at the NCAA level (or similar high-level experience). A proven track record in developing and recruiting student-athletes.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes both on and off the court.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, and policies.
• Personal Attributes: Passion for student-athlete development both academically and athletically. Strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to excellence. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, staff, and administration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous coaching experience at an NCAA Division I program.
• Proven success in recruitment and talent development.
• Experience in building community outreach and increasing program visibility.