Assistant Coach

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type
Professional Staff

Faculty Track

Position Title
Assistant Coach, Men's & Women's Tennis

Employment Status
Full Time

Months
12

Campus
Biddeford, ME

Description

The Assistant Coach, Men's & Women's Tennis will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of planning, developing, and coaching tennis in accordance with the rules and regulations of the University of New England and NCAA Division III. The Assistant Coach will also contribute to the recruitment and development of student-athletes and support programs that provide a first-rate NCAA Division III student-athlete experience.

About the University of New EnglandUNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
• Up to 8% retirement plan match.
• Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
• Educational benefits:
  • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners
  • UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service
    • 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service

For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operations of the tennis program as directed by the Head Coach, including responsibilities related to teaching and coaching.
• Effectively recruit prospective student-athletes to attend the University of New England.
• Assist with planning and implementing instructional practices that maximize the talent and potential of student-athletes, while instilling values such as sportsmanship, leadership, and personal wellness.
• Function as a collaborative member of the department, working toward common objectives and promoting a positive image of the University. Demonstrate high integrity and ethical behavior.
• Remain knowledgeable of and comply with all University policies, NCAA Division III regulations, and conference requirements.
• Demonstrate creativity, initiative, and a willingness to participate in departmental activities, professional organizations, and cross-campus collaborations (e.g., alumni relations, intercultural affairs, student affairs, institutional advancement).
• Assist the Head Coach with administrative tasks including equipment and uniform inventory, meal arrangements, travel coordination, and facility use scheduling.
• As a secondary administrative duty, contest management responsibilities outside of primary playing season and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Athletics.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; previous collegiate coaching experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates comparable knowledge and skills.

• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and travel extensively as required.
• Previous experience in related field.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
2022PS0663P

Open Date
05/09/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes