Men's/Women's Assistant Tennis Coach

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Position Title:

Men's/Women's Assistant Tennis Coach

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

51600 - Gen Athletics

Advertised Salary:

$14.00 per hour.

Benefits:

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Position Title:

Men's/Women's Assistant Tennis Coach

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

51600 - Gen Athletics

Advertised Salary:

$14.00 per hour.

Benefits:

Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Part Time Support

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Temporary/Continuing:

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Part-Time

Union Group:

N/A

Term of Position:

9 Month

At Will/Just Cause:

At Will

Summary of Position:

The Assistant Tennis Coach will assist the head coach with all aspects of planning, organizing and supervising a highly competitive NCAA Division II Men's and Women's Tennis program. A successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic and energy. Also, must be committed to the Ferris State University Athletic Department's vison and core values of collaboration, diversity, ethical community, excellence, learning and opportunity.
This is a nine-month position from September 1st to May 30th that will work approximately 22 hours a week @ $14.00 an hour

Position Type:

Staff

Required Education:

Bachelors Degree

Required Work Experience:

At least two years of intercollegiate playing experience, or coaching collegiate tennis or high school tennis.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Physical Demands:

• Inclement Weather
• Moving
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Balancing
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist Head Coach in recruitment of qualified student athletes.
Coordinate on-campus recruiting visits.
Assist Head Coach in organizing, planning, programming and help run camps and clinics for recruitment purposes.
Assist with on-court coaching and match preparation. Monitor the physical and academic development of both men's and women's tennis student- athletes.
Assist in coordinating and running practices in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.
Mentor student - athletes and monitor their overall mental health.
Assist with fundraising efforts.
Assist in preparing travel and game itineraries.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Skills and Abilities:

Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Initial Application Review Date:

August 4, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

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