Part-time Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach

DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women, members of underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.   Position will remain open until filled.     This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship at this time. The part-time assistant coach for men's and women's Tennis is responsible for assisting the head men's and women's Tennis coaches in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division III men's and women's Tennis program at DePauw University. This includes recruiting quality student-athletes, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, scouting, coaching, scheduling, budgeting and planning team travel in compliance with University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Understand and comply with NCAA Division III, conference and University rules and regulations.  Demonstrate sportsmanship and ethical conduct. Demonstrate sensitivity to individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and a commitment to a diverse community. Along with the head coach, Implement and execute a comprehensive recruiting plan for the identification and recruitment of qualified student-athletes, and maintain an acceptable roster per the University Along with the head coach, develop and implement plans and strategies for practices and competition which result in athletics success. Mentor student-athletes to ensure athletics and academic success. At the direction of the head coach, make transportation and lodging arrangements for team travel Administer a fiscally sound athletics program. At the direction of the head coach, evaluate program effectiveness. At the direction of the head coach, monitor student-athletes’ academic progression. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or head men's and women's Tennis coach. Competency Statement(s) Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for their actions. Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace. Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.  Willing to receive constructive feedback and make adjustments that support efficiency, effectiveness and overall success. Consensus Building - Ability to bring about group solidarity to achieve a goal. Diversity Oriented - Commitment to valuing a variety of different experiences, encouraging input and collaboration from campus stakeholders, including being mindful of experiences related, but not limited to: age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, LGBTQ, and/or job type. Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions. Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build positive relationships with students, co-workers, Alumni and community. Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety and uphold safety standards. Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal. Training - Ability to develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a predetermined standard of work performance. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: High school diploma or GED required.  Bachelor’s degree is highly preferred. Experience: Collegiate playing experience in tennis is highly desirable.  Must maintain certification in first aid/CPR/AED throughout the entire appointment. Computer Skills:  Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, Google Apps, Teamworks, other programs as determined by specific sport responsibilities Certificates & Licenses:  A valid US driver’s license is required.   Certification in first aid/CPR/AED is required by the first date of appointment and must be maintained throughout the appointment. Other Requirements: • Excellent communication skills • Commitment to and history of strong belief in mentoring students and demonstrated experience working with young adults • Desire to work in a rural, small-school environment devoted to providing liberal arts education, building community, and helping students prepare for their future careers PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand F (Frequently) Walk F (Frequently) Sit O (Occasionally) Handling / Fingering O (Occasionally) Reach Outward O (Occasionally) Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally) Climb O (Occasionally)) Crawl O (Occasionally)) Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally) Bend O (Occasionally) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently) 11-20 lbs O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable) Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F (Frequently) 13-25 lbs O (Occasionally) 26-40 lbs N (Not Applicable) 41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable) N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Other Physical Requirements:  Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Hearing (Auditory perception, or audition) Other Physical Demands: During the playing and practice season (generally 18 - 30 weeks in a 52 week period), when this individual’s primary responsibility is coaching a sport, the coach will stand/walk/sit for 3-6 hours per day at practice, perfor