Head Women's Golf Coach

Primary Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Competitive Excellence

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the NCAA Division II women’s golf program.

• Plan, organize, and conduct practices, training sessions, and competition preparation for preseason, in-season, and offseason periods.

• Coordinate travel, scouting, and preparation for scheduled competitions.

• Develop individualized and team-based skill development plans to enhance competitive performance.

• Foster a positive team culture that supports the holistic growth and development of each student-athlete.

Recruiting & Student-Athlete Development

• Recruit, evaluate, and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes who align with institutional and departmental values.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective student-athletes, families, coaches, and recruiting networks.

• Monitor student-athletes’ academic progress and collaborate with Athletics support staff to promote academic success, retention, and graduation.

• Ensure student-athlete participation in SAAC, leadership development, and other engagement opportunities.

Program Administration & Compliance

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Athletics to select and schedule competitions.

• Manage program operations within established budgetary guidelines.

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches and support staff.

• Collaborate with Athletics Compliance staff to ensure adherence to all NCAA, RMAC, and institutional rules and regulations.

• Maintain accurate records and operational procedures to uphold program integrity.

Health, Safety & Student-Athlete Welfare

• Ensure appropriate safety standards are maintained during all team activities and travel.

• Work collaboratively with athletic trainers, strength and conditioning staff, and team physicians to support student-athlete health, wellness, and return-to-play processes.

Community Engagement, Fundraising & Alumni Relations

• Strengthen program relationships with alumni, supporters, donors, and community partners.

• Assist in fundraising and revenue-generating activities, including camps, clinics, and engagement events.

• Serve as a visible ambassador for MSU Denver Athletics within the campus community and the broader Denver region.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Minimum of three (3) years of collegiate coaching experience.

• Demonstrated ability to recruit and develop student-athletes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

• Successful collegiate head coaching experience.

• Strong knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations.

• Experience with fundraising, revenue generation, or alumni engagement.