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College of Mount Saint Vincent Head Coach Men's and Women's Tennis in The Bronx, New York
Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.
At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other. The Men’s and Women’s Coach is responsible for providing leadership, organization and administration of the Men’s and Women’s program
Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Start the Men’s and Women’s Tennis programs.
Provides leadership and supervision in all aspects of the men’s soccer program including, recruitment, retention, academic support, practice preparation, game strategy, alumni development, fundraising and community service
Recruitment of student athletes who meet the University’s admission requirements. Meets annual recruitment goals as developed annually by the Director of Athletics
Coordinate and outline a complete recruiting agenda to identify quality student athletes. This should include names of players, high school visits, coaching contacts, personal contacts, attendance at showcases and tournaments, telephone and email contacts and campus visits
Mandatory attendance at all Admission open houses and scheduled orientations
Ensures compliance with all University, Skyline Conference and NCAA rules and regulations related to recruiting and academic monitoring for student-athletes
Collaborates with the Sports Information Director for the positive promotion of the men’s soccer program. Areas included should be individual and team statistics, media guides, reports to NCAA, Skyline Conference, individual accolades on and off the field and website updates
Ensures department and University regulations are understood by and complied with by student athletes and coaching staff
Work closely with the Athletics Department in any fundraising activities that will directly impact the soccer program or the department in general
Represent the University at athletics meetings pertaining to Tennis; including Skyline Conference meetings
Coordinate a minimum of two (2) community outreach projects for the promotion of UMSV Athletics
Develop an annual operating budget and oversee the purchasing, distribution and collection of all equipment
Display a commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and ethical conduct as per the NCAA Constitution
Work closely with Director of Athletics on long and short-term planning for the tennis program
Manage and train the Assistant Tennis Coach
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization
Knowledge of NCAA, conference and College rules and regulations
Previous successful coaching and playing experience on the College or High School level
Ability to work effectively with all College personnel, students, and the community
Evening and weekend hours essential
Must have a valid driver's license
Benefits
The allotted annual salary for this position is $62,000
20 days of vacation time
12 days of sick leave
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available
Enhanced coverage for short-term disability
Long-term disability insurance fully covered by employer
Group term life insurance provided by employer
Commuter benefits offered
Eligibility to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program available