Assistant Coach

2 weeks ago


Boston, Massachusetts, United States National Collegiate Athletic Association Full time
Details

Posted: 03-May-24

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Type: Part-time

Categories:

Coaching

Coaching - Tennis

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

Internal Number: 65763BR

Under the supervision of the Head Coach, the purpose of this position is to use athletics as a tool to educate college students. By using inter-collegiate competition and all activities related to such competition, this position serves as a teacher and mentor to help build student character, prepare students for a constructive and effective life, and teach valuable life lessons including work ethic; discipline; resilience; persistence; teamwork and selflessness; goal-setting and goal achievement; overcoming adversity; and leadership. This position typically influences student-athletes for their entire four years at Harvard and plays a key role in shaping their personal development.

This position assists in planning, directing, and coaching the women's intercollegiate tennis program. Typically works with all student-athletes in the program. May supervise other Assistant Coaches, Coaching Assistants, and/or Volunteer Coaches.

This position plays a key leadership role for the tennis program. Will fill in when the Head Coach is absent. Typically has a significant role as liaison with Athletics administrative departments. Requires experience coaching at the collegiate level or comparable experience, which may include coaching/teaching at the professional level. Particularly for sports that are more prominent on an international level than in the United States, comparable experience may include playing in a professional or other high-performance environment, such as for a national team or at the Olympic level.

This is a one-year term position renewable at the discretion of the Head Coach and the Athletics Director. Full-time, partial year (11 months).

1. Athlete Team Management
  • Assists Head Coach in developing, coordinating, and planning practices and competitions to develop student-athlete skills and helps the team perform at competitive levels.
  • Develops, coordinates, and plans assigned portions of practices and game management consistent with Head Coach's strategic vision.
  • Analyzes video to scout opponents and develop strategies for team development.
  • Executes a student-athlete talent recruitment plan and retention strategy consistent with values of excellence and inclusion.
  • Effectively leads and communicates with students by generating enthusiasm for the team through credible coaching.
  • Supports culture of education through athletics. Assists in academic integration with team.
2. Operational Complexity
  • Assists in the development and execution of team strategy, logistics, and operational direction.
  • Operates within budget.
  • Maintains compliance with University, Ivy League, NCAA, and other rules and regulations.
  • Coordinates with less-experienced coaches in implementing objectives.
  • Participates in professional development activities; follows trends and embraces innovation opportunities.
  • Assists head coach in problem resolution.
  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively with the Head Coach and athletics administrators.

3. Communication & Influence
  • Assists Head Coach in maintaining and building viewership, and maintaining and creating positive media interest, consistent with the applicable sport.
  • Supports the Head Coach in influencing public interest where applicable.
Additional responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will help run the inter-collegiate Women's Tennis program at Harvard. The Assistant Coach will help instruct and develop student-athletes; assist in making strategic decisions in contest situations; oversee the strength and conditioning of the athletes; assist in developing and implementing the overall recruiting strategy; and handle administrative responsibilities associated with the program operations, including recruiting logistics and planning, team travel details, and equipment ordering. This position will also assist in fundraising efforts and running special events, as appropriate.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Requires at least 1 year of Tennis coaching, professional, or Olympic experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
  • Requires substantial mastery of sport-specific knowledge and relevant issues.
  • Understands the philosophy, principles, and policies of college athletics (including the University Conflict of Interest and Commitment policy).
  • Requires moderate management and leadership knowledge.
Certificates and Licenses:
  • Valid driver's license needed.
  • CPR and First Aid required.
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift equipment associated with the sport
Working Conditions:
  • Evening and weekend work required
  • Job requires work in extreme environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold, rain, and high levels of noise.
Work-Format: On-Site

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