National Coach - Women's Tennis

Who We Are

We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.

Why Work for the USTA?

We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate.

The Role

This role identifies talent and facilitates coaching and training programs to assist in the development of our best prospects throughout the country.

• Work with players, private coaches, and parents throughout the year to enhance the players’ competitive and training environment.
• Oversee and participate in intense on-court training sessions at the Training Centers, competitive events, or other assigned locations.
• Gender based coaching with expertise to successfully guide players through the different developmental stages.
• Maintain consistent, open, honest, and respectful communication with personal and developmental coaches throughout the country, and particularly with coaches of players that the coach is working with currently.
• Organize training opportunities for players and coaches.
• Travel with assigned players to events.
• Facilitate the interaction among players at the training facilities and competitive events.
• Work cooperatively with the Coaching Education Department by participating in workshops as a clinician or as a presenter at selected events.
• Work with the existing academies and private coaches to help build relationships as well as help the players maximize their potential.
• Assist in the decisions regarding Player Development Grants.
• Assist in wildcard decisions.
• Job duties include on-court and administrative responsibilities.
• Maintain office hours at the Training Centers when not on the road; some weekend work required.
• Create direct and consistent communication with the Sectional PD Staff/Coaches. Key areas of information to communicate are:
• Identify and track top prospects.
• Report on tournament and training results and opportunities.
• Report on feedback from prominent coaches in the section on current events.
• Create a linkage between National and Sectional High Performance.
  

Who You Are

• Extensive tennis background working with players at all levels of the game, including, but not limited to, three to five years of experience as either:
• An active player on the professional tour.
• An active coach with a documented record of success with top-level players.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work with and effectively manage relationships with players, their parents, coaches, and the tennis community as a whole.
• Willing to reside in close proximity to the USTA Player Development Headquarters in Boca Raton, FL.
• Effectively manage budget, expense reports, and other administrative duties as assigned.
• Work successfully in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Programs.
• Must participate in the USTA High Performance Coaching Education Program.
• Member of both the USPTA and PTR.
• Maintain a high level of personal fitness and professionalism.
• Must participate in the USOC SafePlay program.
• Responsible for all office-related communication while traveling.
• College degree preferred.
• Able to provide references upon request.
• Other duties as assigned.
• This position is designated as "on-site" and requires the employee to be at the office site to complete the required tasks associated with the position.
  
  

What We Offer

At the USTA, we know people are our most important asset. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce!

• Flexibility: Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines a balance of remote working with in-office collaboration to spark teamwork and creativity.
• Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs: Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings.
• Time to recharge and energize: Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess.
• Plan for your future financially and professionally: 401(k) with employer matching (up to 6.5%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $7,000 for tuition reimbursement.
• Mental and emotional wellness: Resources for overall well-being, including mental health and meditation benefits.
• Other cool perks: A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available.
  
  

The expected range for the annual base salary for this position is $108,500- 135,000.This role is eligible for an Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP) bonus up to 5%. This range does not include any additional pay or benefits for which a person may qualify. The actual base salary offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, the years of relevant experience, their unique skills, and the location from which they will be performing the job.

Come One, Come All

We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested; we'd love to learn how you can “serve” our team with your unique experience!

USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.