California State University – Sacramento, is accepting applications for an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Coach to assist with the Women’s Tennis program. Starting time is September 2025.
DEPARTMENT: Athletics – Women’s Tennis
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach
Internal Number: 534438
JOB DUTIES:
This position reports to the Head Women’s Tennis Coach. Responsibilities of Assistant Coaches at Sacramento State may include, but are not limited to:
- Recruit academically and athletic ally qualified, full-time student-athletes to participate in the program.
- Plan, organize and facilitate the on-going development of practices, competitions and the athletic programming/activities of the program in order to build a cohesive and competitive program.
- Teach and lead student-athletes including a demonstrated ability to work with a diverse, academically selective student population.
- Promote student development activities that include team bonding and study program in support of academic progress and graduation of student-athletes.
- Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, in accordance with NCAA, Conferences, and California State University, Sacramento rules and regulations.
- Work schedule will include evenings and weekends.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree, from an accredited institution of higher education or TWO (2) or more years of work experience coaching;
- 1-2+ years’ of experience coaching in sport applying to;
- Knowledge of NCAA Rules and regulations;
- Proven ability to establish good rapport and effective working relationships with student-athletes, administrators, faculty, staff and the community;
- Sound judgement, discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Knowledge of the respective sports’ skills, strategies, and teaching progressions;
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record at the time of appointment. Before operating a vehicle on state business, the applicant must complete and sign the University’s vehicle use agreement;
- Ability to work during normal business hours, evenings, and weekends
- Demonstrated ability to advance the Athletic Department and University toward diversity and gender equity.
- Ability to string racquets.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor’s degree;
- Demonstrated success in recruiting student-athletes capable of achieving academic and athletic success at the NCAA Division I level;
- Experience or knowledge of recruiting
- Experience in racquet stringing
- 1+ years’ of experience coaching tennis at the collegiate level;
- 1+ years’ of experience coaching tennis at the Division I level
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:
For priority consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter to Sophie Breault at [email protected] and apply at https://careers.csus.edu/en-us/job/534438/coaching-assistant-2024-pool
OTHER SPECIFICS ABOUT THE POSITION:
This is a 12-month, FLSA exempt position with full health benefits at the Coaching Specialist classification and may have a less than full-time time-base. However the number of hours worked per week throughout the period of employment will vary depending on needs of the department, and exempt employees do not receive overtime pay. Appointment is non-tenured and renewable annually dependent
upon satisfactory performance, budget considerations, enrollment, and programmatic need.
About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State’s 31,000
students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to student success, diversity, equity and inclusion, community engagement, philanthropy, and campus safety.
