- Location
- Penn State Abington, United States of America
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid
- Type
- Part-time
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Workday
Description
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Abington has an immediate opening for a part-time Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach. Penn State Abington is a member of the NCAA Division III and the United East Conference. This is a part-time opening that reports to the Head Tennis Coach and the Director of Athletics.
Job Duties
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following functions:
Coaching/Student-Athlete Experience:
- The assistant coach is responsible for helping the Head Coach with organizing all aspects of the tennis program.
- Demonstrates knowledge of, and ability to develop, sport skills, strategies and philosophy.
- Promotes student-athlete welfare and provides appropriate mentoring to student-athletes.
- Participate in team travel according to established policies and procedures.
- Effectively communicates within the Head Coach and within the department of athletics on matters pertaining to program.
Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in coaching at the college level or significant experience coaching at the high school or club level, or equivalent required and/or collegiate playing experience.
- Ability to assist with recruiting outstanding student-athletes to a strong academic environment.
- Ability to effectively teach and coach students in both a team and individual setting.
- A commitment to being a positive role model and leadership with integrity.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of people in a manner that positively portrays the College.
- Assist with the management of the team’s commitment to NCAA and United East Conference regulations. Adherence to all NCAA, United East, and Penn State policies and procedures.
May require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.