Longwood University invites applications for the position of Director of Tennis (GA205). The successful candidate will be responsible for instructing, recruiting, and/or educating student-athletes in the sport of tennis and serving as an ambassador for Longwood University. This includes informing student-athletes of their role as a Longwood Citizen Leader and the necessary rules and regulations to compete within the university, NCAA, and Big South Conference.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Leadership: Demonstrate the characteristics and qualities of a successful leader and build and sustain a winning culture.
• Coaching Knowledge and Technique: Exhibit an in-depth understanding of sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles. Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions effectively.
• Recruiting: Scout, identify, and recommend student-athletes in a manner that encourages diversity while maintaining a competitive team.
• Fiscal Responsibility: Ensure the tennis program and its staff carry out their duties in a fiscally responsible manner, complying with NCAA regulations, Commonwealth of Virginia laws, Longwood University, and athletic department procedures.
• Academic Success of Student-Athletes: Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes and assist in ensuring their academic success, working in collaboration with Academic Services.
• Rules Compliance: Manage the tennis program in full compliance with NCAA and Big South Conference rules and regulations, Commonwealth of Virginia laws, and Longwood University and athletic department policies and procedures.
• Community and University Involvement: Perform public relations functions to positively promote Longwood athletes to the media, alumni, and community. Collaborate with University Advancement to foster donor relations and ensure successful fundraising efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A Master's Degree is preferred; a Bachelor's Degree with equivalent training and work experience in a higher education setting is required.
• Work experience at a NCAA Division I University preferred with a minimum of three to five years coaching tennis or equivalent experience at the professional level.
• Knowledgeable of camp and clinic development programs.
• Ability to schedule future games with opposing teams.
• Demonstrated skill in teaching, coaching, and mentoring others.
• Must be able to perform physical activities associated with the sport of tennis.
• Must be able to meet the university eligibility requirements to drive fleet vehicles, including passenger vans and/or mini buses.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Additional Information:

This position is a full-time, administrative & professional faculty, exempt position. A successful criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:

• State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
• Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS)
• Life & Long-Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
• Educational benefits for most employees
• Fitness Center membership less expensive than most