East Central Community College is seeking an energetic and dedicated Head Tennis Coach to lead and grow its men’s and women’s tennis programs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student-athlete success on and off the court, while also fostering the development and visibility of tennis within the local district. This role includes coaching, recruitment, administrative responsibilities, and active community engagement to promote tennis as a lifelong sport.
1. Provide leadership and instruction for men’s and women’s intercollegiate tennis teams, 2. Work cooperatively with the Office of Enrollment Management and the Office of Admissions Records in the recruiting of student-athletes; 3. Assist in scheduling classes for student-athletes participating in tennis; 4. Plan the physical conditioning program of student-athletes participating in tennis during both the regular season as well as off-season; 5. Oversee the academic progress of student-athletes participating in tennis; 6. Adhere to the budget for tennis program; 7. Serve as official host when visiting teams are on campus; 8. Supervise Physical Education Building when being used by tennis teams; 9. Follow established procedures for purchasing, travel, and vehicle usage; 10. Complete non-conference match schedule; 11. Report to the Director of Financial Aid and to the Business Office all changes in athletic scholarships awarded; 12. Furnish Financial Aid and Business Offices necessary information concerning athletic scholarships awarded; 13. Report needed repairs on building, fields, and courts; 14. Coordinate fundraising activities with the Director of Athletics and the Executive Director of the ECCC Foundation; 15. Maintain compliance with all NJCAA, MACCC, and institutional rules and regulations for tennis teams; 16. Accompany teams when traveling to or from other institutions; 17. Maintain inventories of equipment; and 18. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and College President.
Required
1. Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
2. Coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, or professional level
3. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
4. Passion for developing student-athletes and promoting tennis at the grassroots level
5. Valid driver's license and ability to travel with teams
Preferred
1. Master’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Management, or related field
2. Collegiate playing experience
3. Familiarity with NJCAA and MACCC rules and regulations
4. Experience running camps, clinics, or youth development programs
Name: East Central Community College
Founding: 1928
Location: Decatur, Mississippi
Employees: 215 Full-Time
Students: 2,419
About: East Central Community College in Decatur, Miss. was founded in 1928 and serves the five-county district of Leake, Neshoba, Newton, Scott, and Winston counties. The college offers the two-year pre-baccalaureate Associate of Science and Associate of Arts degrees in 17 major academic concentrations, as well as 23 terminal degree programs in Healthcare and/or Career and Technical Education, and certificates and training in numerous areas through its workforce development program on the Decatur campus, as well as centers in Carthage, Choctaw, Forest, and Louisville. Currently, the college’s nine residence facilities offer more than 700 beds for on-campus living. The college also fields 10 varsity sports teams, including baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, football, men's golf, men’s and women’s soccer, softball, and men’s and women’s tennis that compete in the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Conference.
