Assistant Men's & Women's Tennis Coach

Assistant Mens & Womens Tennis Coach

Salary

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 Semi-Monthly

Location

200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Director of Athletics

Opening Date

08/13/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The Assistant Tennis Coach will be responsible for the success, development and overall operations of the Tennis program, making it nationally competitive while providing each student-athlete a positive experience at Hampton University. The Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Hampton University, the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). This is a full-time, twelve-month position with teaching responsibilities. Hampton University is a member oft he NCAA at the Division I level.

Examples of Duties

• Manage the recruitment of student athletes that are consistent with the mission and goals set forth by the University;
• Train student-athletes and manage all aspects of practices, games and player development;
• Foster an environment of academic excellence among all student-athletes through adherence to all departmental and University academic requirements (i.e. study hall, tutoring, etc.);
• Documenting various requirements that need to be fulfilled so that the players can regularly practice tennis.
• Maintain Hampton University, CAA and NCAA compliance at all times;
• Manage team travel arrangements, perform administrative duties and sound fiscal budgeting;
• Coordinate the creation of competitive schedules annually;
• Assist with facility care and maintenance;
• Conduct summer clinics in accordance with University and NCAA rules and regulations;
• Supervise coaching staff, if applicable;
• Perform teaching duties and responsibilities as assigned;
• Represent Hampton University, the Department of Athletics and the Men's and Women's Tennis Programs in a positive and professional manner; and
• Other duties assigned by the Head Coach.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of five years of work experience coaching tennis is required.
• Division I collegiate coaching experience or professional coaching experience is a plus.
• A strong commitment to the overall well-being of student-athlete concept and a working knowledge of the NCAA rules and regulations is required.
• Must possess strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of constituents.
• Must demonstrate a strong understanding of and compliance with the rules and regulations of Hampton University, CAA and NCAA.
• The ability to demonstrate strong competition decision skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license.

Supplemental Information

The Assistant Tennis Coach guides his or her players and makes them play and exercise abundantly to build their stamina, muscles, and strength. He or she works in a hardworking, fast, and dynamic ambience, under all weather conditions. Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity functions (i.e. simple grasping, repetitive motion and to reach overhead. Must be able to transport students-athletes to and from practices and tournaments throughout the year.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our website: https://home.hamptonu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Employer Hampton University

Address 200 William R. Harvey Way

Hampton, Virginia, 23668

Phone 757-727-5250

Website www.hamptonu.edu