Details

Posted: 31-Jul-25

Location: New York, New York

Type: Full-time

Salary: $66,300 - $70,000

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Tennis

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

One of the world's leading universities, Columbia University Athletics offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Family Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center.

The Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach provides administrative, instructional, developmental and recruiting support services under the direction and supervision of the Head Women’s Tennis Coach.

Must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as applicable.

Responsibilities Achieving a high level of competency in sport skill instruction, motivation, and tactical strategies under the direction of the Head Coach Recruiting student-athletes effectively under the direction of the Head Coach Assist in achieving competitive results that demonstrate athletic excellence Demonstrating a sincere interest in the social, emotional, and academic development, as well as the athletic welfare, of student-athletes Demonstrating excellent writing, speaking and listening abilities Exhibiting supportive and cooperative behavior in pursuing sport program goals established by the Head Coach Responsible for teaching in the required Physical Education program. Exhibiting leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student-athletes Completing all assignments made by the Head Coach including but not limited to budget management, practice planning, event planning, and fundraising Exhibiting ownership, initiative, and follow-through on administrative work, including, but not limited to, recruiting of prospective student-athletes Participate in friend-, fan-, and fund-raising activities Participating in continuing education conferences, workshops, or meetings to increase professional skills and knowledge Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Council of Ivy League Presidents, University, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations Contributing to the maintenance of good working relationships with all members of the Department Performing duties as assigned by the Director, Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree, and/or equivalent related experience required 0-2 years of related experience. Must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as applicable. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.

Minimum Qualification:

A high level of competency in Women’s Tennis skill instruction and motivation Successful experience in the recruitment of student-athletes in a highly competitive academic environment Successful background in coaching Tennis, preferably at the NCAA Division I level Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, administrators and alumni Ability to work within the framework of NCAA and Ivy League rules and regulations Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience playing at the NCAA Division I collegiate level or higher Familiarity with tennis analytics and performance technologies (e.g., SwingVision, Dartfish, Playsight)

EEO Statement

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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