Job Summary:

The Assistant Coach- Tennis Coach/Dorm Manager is a live-in position and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach-Tennis with various aspects of the program, including preseason, practice, games, scouting, and recruiting student-athletes. In addition, this position oversees the students in the Dormitory and assists in developing and implementing all residential and community activities within that dorm building.  The Assistant Coach-Tennis/Dorm Manager is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Cowley College, Jayhawk Athletic Conference, and the NJCAA. 

Essential Functions:

Assistant Tennis Coach

• Teach fundamentals, techniques, etc., as directed by the Head Coach.
• Assume responsibility of assisting the head Coach, under his/her supervision, in performing assigned responsibilities.
• Be familiar with and follow the policies of the NJCAA and the KJCCC.
• Attend team activities, as necessary.
• Attend coaches’ meetings and clinics.
• Attend and take part in the in-service training provided by the Head Coaches.
• Remain at team activities until all participants have left facilities or designate a responsible person to remain.
• Teach sportsmanship and set an example of good moral and physical behavior.
• Assist in all aspects of a competitive tennis program, including; equipment management, recruiting, budget control, scheduling, academic supervision, planning, etc.
• Encourage athletes to participate in all programs of the student’s choice.
• Work continually with the Athletic Director and other coaches to upgrade the total athletic program.
• Be loyal to the Tennis Head Coach and the tennis program.
• Attend all contests in the tennis program.
• Maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees, vendors, and/or any other representatives of external organizations.
• Comply with all College policies and procedures
• Assist the Tennis Head Coach by performing other duties as assigned.

Dorm Manager 

• Maintain Dorm Manager office hours set by supervisor.
• Act as a positive role model and will work directly with dormitory students in the development and enforcement of rules to ensure proper student conduct and care of facilities.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of new Resident Assistants (RA). Assist with the RA training program each semester.
• Develop a semester dorm activity schedule and coordinate communication of events with Resident Assistants, Dorm Managers, the Director of Student Life, and the Director of Housing.
  • Coordinate Christmas party.
  • 1-2 larger events per semester (specific to Dormitory).
  • Create and submit an activities schedule for a semester at least 2 weeks before the start of the semester.
  • Manage budget for activities.
  • Communicate and Market each activity throughout campus.
• Supervise, direct, develop, mentor, select, train, and evaluate 2-3 Resident Assistants, connecting student growth and development to specific learning outcomes.
  • Schedule weekly meetings with RA, providing feedback to the Director of Housing.
• Manage all room changes. Check-in/out students during move-in/move-out days and throughout the semester. Inspect for damage during check-out.
• Maintain Rooming Roster with 100% accuracy.
• Maintain all housing reports.

• Maintain confidentiality on all records, reports, and incidents investigated by the housing department, as well as any other record and/or information accessible to the housing department.

• Conduct regular mandatory building meetings throughout the academic year
• Conduct regular inspections for the appearance, operation, safety, and security of the dormitories and report all issues to the Director of Housing.
  • Must conduct inspections at least twice a semester.
  • Follow-up 24 hours after a concern is found.
• Assist with all safety drills, and room and drug inspections.
• Assist with dorm lock-outs
• Attend weekly manager meetings.
• On-call rotation for campus dormitories.
• Follow up on all student concerns.
• Identify and refer students to college services, including but not limited to, Student Life, Counselor, Director of Health Services, and Tutoring.
• Dorm Student package processing and distribution.  Process and deliver student mail to the dormitory.
• Maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees, vendors, and/or any other representatives of external organizations.
• Comply with all College policies and procedures
• Assist the Director of Housing by performing other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of tennis.
• Ability to recruit, coach, and teach highly talented student-athletes.
• Ability to understand and adhere to all policies, rules, and regulations of the College, Jayhawk Athletic Conference, and NJCAA.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to teamwork
• A proven record of following directives and being responsible for tasks that have been assigned.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, as needed.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within the area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision, as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting and participating in the overall athletic program, student activities, and College events.
• Ability to teach sportsmanship and set an example of good moral and physical behavior.
• Ability to market and promote Cowley College Tennis.
• Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

• Excellent communication skills- orally, by phone, in person, and writing.
• Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations. A positive attitude toward students and understanding of their social and personal development needs.
• Comprehensive understanding of college housing and its interrelationship with student satisfaction and student learning.
• Must have the ability to react quickly in emergencies.
• Must have the ability to remain calm in tense situations and effectively deal with confrontational situations.
• Understanding of and commitment to quality improvement.
• Must possess a positive attitude towards students and understand their social and personal development needs.

Required Education Background:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
• CPR and First Aide Certification

Required Experience: