Head Coach- Women's Tennis

Head Coach- Women's Tennis

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Recruitment Range: Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.
Vacancy Number: E1523
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: Athletics - 25900
Division: Chancellor - 25000 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNCW Department of Athletics sponsors 19 varsity sports and competes in the NCAA Division I as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association. UNCW Athletics primary purpose is to produce a competitive and successful sports program while abiding by NCAA, CAA and institutional rules and regulations. UNCW Athletics has a strong commitment to gender equity and diversity, while promoting a greater sense of integrity, leadership, sportsmanship and ethical behavior to the overall campus dynamic.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

The Head Coach, Women's Tennis, will oversee, develop, organize, and direct a strategically competitive NCAA Division I program. Responsible for the overall coaching, management and administration of the program to include evaluating and recruiting, supervising academic progress and promoting the graduation of student-athletes.

Responsibilities Include:

• Administer and teach all phases of training and fundamentals for a successful program in accordance with NCAA, CAA, and UNCW's rules and regulations. Develop quality student-athletes within a successful program while maintaining the highest level of integrity and professionalism.
• Participate in and support department and program fundraising, promotional and public relations events, campus and community outreach and service projects.
• Demonstrate commitment to NCAA, CAA and University Compliance.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act). This position will be required to complete annual training about reporting responsibilities and report Clery crimes that occur within one of three categories of properties: On-Campus property, Non-Campus Property, or Public Property.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 3 years of experience coaching at the collegiate level
• Proven success in the recruitment of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes as well as the commitment to the personal, academic, and athletics success of all student-athletes.
• Outstanding leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Master's Degree with Division I coaching experience.
• Certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid.

Required Certifications or Licensures:
Must possess and maintain a current driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record while serving in the position.

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 11J (July-May)
Type of Position: Permanent
Position Number: E1523
Job Posting Date: 04/21/2026
Posting Close Date: 5/21/2026
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent