The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is a Top 25 public university nationally and a Top 10 ‘best value’ university.  A Carnegie R1 research institution, UIC features 16 top-ranked colleges, 100 degree programs, and an 18:1 faculty:student ratio.  UIC is home to more than 34,000 students and boasts 300,000 living alumni. One of the nation’s most diverse campuses and Chicago’s largest university, UIC is located just a mile from the famed Chicago Loop. UIC is dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for its students and fostering a sense of belonging. 

UIC Flames Athletics is a NCAA Division I athletic program, sponsoring 300 student-athletes across 18 varsity sports. UIC will become the 12th member of the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) beginning with the 2022-23 academic year.

The Head Coach, Men’s Tennis is Responsible for the development, implementation and promotion of a successful sport program. Click Here: UIC Men's Tennis Program Overview

• Coach and train the members of the team during practices and competitions. Assess skills and instruct athletes on technique.
• Oversee the recruitment of prospective student-athletes. Identify, evaluate, contact and meet student-athletes and parents. Set up campus visits and attend competitions to observe prospects.
• Organize, plan and schedule daily practices and drills. Implement plan for game preparation determine game strategy.
• Collaborate with athletic staff and university faculty to monitor academic progress of student-athletes to ensure that athletic eligibility and academic standards are maintained.
• Schedule competitions and develop travel plans. Manage budget.
• Develop and promote summer camps.
• Participate in fund raising and alumni relations activities.
• Adhere to all University, Horizon League and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Develop and promote summer camps (if applicable).
• Staff Management
• Plan, assign and review work of staff to ensure that group objectives are met.
• Hire, train,develop and manage staff to ensure that a qualified staff exists to meet group objectives.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in sports management, education or in a related field. Master’s degree preferred. 
Direct knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required. CPR and safety certifications.

A minimum of five years of athletic coaching experience. Strong interpersonal, management and 
communication skills.