Sacramento State – Assistant Coach, Women’s Tennis

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 athletically qualified, full-time student-athletes to participate in the program.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate the ongoing development of practices, competitions, and athletic programming/activities to build a cohesive and competitive team.
• Teach and lead student-athletes, demonstrating ability to work with diverse, academically selective students.
• Promote student development activities, including team bonding and study programs, to support academic progress and graduation.
• Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, NCAA, Conference, and CSU rules and regulations.
• Work schedule will include evenings and weekends.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution or two or more years of coaching experience.
• 1-2+ years’ coaching experience in the relevant sport.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to establish rapport and effective relationships with student-athletes, staff, faculty, and the community.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of sport-specific skills, strategies, and teaching progressions.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record; completion of the university’s vehicle use agreement required before operating a vehicle on state business.
• Ability to work during normal hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Commitment to advancing diversity and gender equity in athletics.
• Ability to string racquets.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven success in recruiting student-athletes capable of academic and athletic achievement at NCAA Division I level.
• Experience or knowledge of recruiting processes.
• Experience in racquet stringing.
• Over one year’s coaching experience at the collegiate level, specifically Division I.

OTHER SPECIFICS ABOUT THE POSITION:
This is a 12-month, FLSA exempt position with full health benefits, classified as Coaching Specialist. The position may be less than full-time, with hours varying based on departmental needs. It is non-tenured and renewable annually based on performance, budget, and program needs.

About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in California’s capital city, near the American River, with a diverse student body of 31,000 and a dedicated faculty and staff committed to student success and community engagement. The university emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to transform lives through education and leadership development.