Head Coach - Women's Golf

Description:

Under general supervision directs, provides leadership, manages and oversee all coaching and strategic aspects of the University’s NCAA Division 1 sports program in such a manner as to build and maintain a competitive, quality program that reflects positively on the image and reputation of the University at all times.

• Directs and coordinates all aspects of the recruitment process in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations.

• Organizes, prepares, and conducts individual and team practices, training and competition.

• Responsible for the hiring and direct supervision of the coach staff.

• Oversees all operational aspects of the specific sports program. Including travel, meals, athletic gear, etc.

• Oversees all aspects of the financial operation of the specific sports program

• Represents sports program to various institutional programs and externally to media, government agencies, funding agencies, students, parents, and the general public.

• Complies with all NCAA, Conference, University, and Department of Athletics policies.

• The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.

Experience: Three to five years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. The ideal candidate will have experience coaching highly competitive golf, preferably at the NCAA Division 1 level.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the specified sports program.

• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes, as well as athletic recruitment methods and techniques.

• Skilled in evaluating talent in order to recruit players to improve the program.

• Ability to lead and guide Division I student-athletes in area of specialty to include identifying deficiencies and providing instruction to improve overall skill and performance.

• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.

• Ability to build relationships and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

• Skilled in budget preparation and management.

• Thrives in an environment of teamwork and collaboration.

• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.