POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Director of Tennis works alongside the Head Tennis Coach to build and sustain a competitive, first-class Men’s and Women’s Tennis program at Oral Roberts University. This individual plays a central role in recruiting, coaching, and developing student-athletes, while helping ensure the program operates with excellence on and off the court.

This position is an outstanding opportunity for a driven tennis professional who wants to grow within a nationally competitive Division I athletics department that is deeply committed to the academic, athletic, and spiritual development of its student-athletes.

MISSION OF THE POSITION
To help build a championship-caliber tennis program by developing student-athletes into competitive players, engaged students, and individuals of strong character — while upholding the highest standards of NCAA compliance, professionalism, and servant leadership.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
NCAA Compliance & Rules

  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of, and full adherence to, all applicable NCAA, Conference, University, and departmental rules and regulations.
  • Immediately report any known or suspected NCAA violation to the Assistant Athletic Director or Director of Athletics and follow all applicable reporting and investigation procedures.

Recruiting & Scouting

  • Direct and assist in the scouting and recruitment of quality student-athletes, including hosting on-campus visits for prospective student-athletes.
  • Oversee all recruiting contact with prospective student-athletes to ensure strict adherence to NCAA rules.

Public & Community Relations

  • Represent the program in public relations activities, including approved interviews with newspaper, radio, and television media, press conferences, and public appearances.
  • Attend required departmental social functions and speak to civic groups as requested.
  • Support athletic department fundraising by engaging donors through department-sponsored promotional activities that supplement the program’s budget.

Coaching & Player Development

  • Direct and assist with coaching duties, including evaluating student-athlete performance in both practice and competition.
  • Provide focused leadership and instruction to student-athletes in areas needing improvement.

Academic Support

  • Take an active interest in the academic progress, eligibility, and personal well-being of every student-athlete.
  • Partner closely with the Director for Academic Services and other University administrators to proactively resolve issues and prevent academic eligibility problems.
  • Assist with enforcement of the mandatory study program and monitor compliance.

Public & Community Relations

  • Represent the program in public relations activities, including approved interviews with newspaper, radio, and television media, press conferences, and public appearances.
  • Attend required departmental social functions and speak to civic groups as requested.
  • Support athletic department fundraising by engaging donors through department-sponsored promotional activities that supplement the program’s budget.

Program Promotion

  • Promote the philosophy and objectives of ORU’s intercollegiate athletics program at every opportunity.
  • Adhere to all Departmental, University, Conference, and NCAA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Additional Duties

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Tennis Coach or Athletics Administration.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of knowledge and experience.
  • Two to four years of related coaching or collegiate tennis experience preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher preferred.
  • Strong skill in organizing resources, managing time, and establishing priorities.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment on administrative and procedural matters.
  • Ability to analyze facts and situations to determine appropriate action within standard practice.
  • Working knowledge of NCAA rules and Division I athletics preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES
The successful candidate will demonstrate:

  • A genuine passion for coaching and developing collegiate student-athletes.
  • Strong recruiting instincts and relationship-building skills.
  • Sound judgment and decision-making under pressure.
  • Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
  • Clear, professional, and persuasive communication.
  • Integrity, discretion, and unwavering commitment to NCAA compliance.
  • A servant-leadership mindset and a heart for student-athlete development.
  • Flexibility and dependability with a schedule that shifts around competition and recruiting.

LIFESTYLE

  • Must adhere to the Code of Honor for Oral Roberts University.
  • Work schedule varies depending on game days and times, with several evenings per week dedicated to scouting and recruiting.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

APPLICATION DETAILS
To apply for this position, please contact Mike Scovotti, Director of Tennis at Oral Roberts University, at mscovotti@oru.edu

By Published On: July 16, 2026Categories: Classifieds