College – Assistant Coach, Men’s & Women’s Tennis

About Central College:
Central Collegeof Pella, Iowa, is a private college known for itsactive student body,academic rigor, and athletics success. Our students learn collaboratively with supportive educators who share a commitment to intellectual engagement, personal
growth, career readiness and civic involvement.

Founded in 1853and shaped by its Christian heritage, the college of 1,100 students participates inNCAA Division IIIathletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just minutes from

Lake Red Rock, Iowa’s largest lake.

Job Description:
The person in this position will assist the head coach in developing and coordinating a tennis program that is highly competitive in Division III while following the standards and guidelines established by Central College, the American Rivers Conference (ARC) and NCAA Division III.

• Assist the head coach in:
  • teaching student-athlete skill development and mental/motivating techniques
  • supervision and development of practice and game sessions
• Assist the head coach in recruiting and retention of academically qualified student-athletes within the guidelines of Central College, the ARC and NCAA Division III.
• Collaborate with admission office staff and counselors for contacts, campus visits, and other recruiting activities
• Support the program by assisting in the organization and supervision of:
  • Fundraising activities
  • Camps and clinics
• Attend staff development opportunities and coach’s meetings

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, with one to three years of experience coaching preferred.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certified or ability to obtain certification within six months required
• Ability to travel; night and week-end work required
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured to drive college vehicles required

Additional Information:
Central College is an equal opportunity employer and a drug/tobacco free workplace.
Apost-offer employment background check and pre-work physical may be conducted.

Application Instructions:
Please contact Human Resources with questions by emailinghumanresources or calling .

ABOUT US The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) is the governing body of college tennis, overseeing men’s and women’s varsity tennis at all levels – NCAA Divisions I, II and III, NAIA and Junior/Community College.