Liberty University, Inc. · Lynchburg, VA

Assistant Men's Tennis Coach at Liberty University, Inc. — Lynchburg, VA

Full-timeLynchburg, VA$45,000–$58,000/yearPosted 2026-07-24Apply on Workday

Full job description

The assistant coach is responsible for the oversight of day-to-day functions of the team as directed by the head coach. Must abide by all NCAA and University rules and regulations.

# ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist head coach with team practices and competitions.
  • Assist with the planning, organizing, and implementing team practice.
  • Assist with recruitment at home and on the road.
  • Assist with team needs assigned by the head coach or other staff members.
  • Assist with communication with Champion Performance team.
  • Manage and organize equipment along with managers.
  • Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.
  • Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.

# QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Four-year college degree, experience coaching at the Division I level.

Strong leadership skills.

Ability to communicate and function effectively within a team setting.

# ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
  • Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
  • Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government, and community customers and associates.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Computer and scheduling skills.

## Problem Solving

  • Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

## Physical and Sensory Abilities

  • Required to travel to various locations as well as local and campus locations.
  • May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
  • Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
  • Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel, or stoop in order to conduct business.
  • Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

# WORKING CONDITIONS

## Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate. The working environment also includes the facilitation of outdoor events.

## Driving Requirements

Use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.

## PAY RANGE

$45,000.00 - $58,000.00

Time Type

Full time

Location

Onsite

Pay Rate

Starting pay within this range will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s education, technical coaching qualifications, and sport-specific expertise and experience.

The position also includes comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.