Head Coach, Golf

MAJOR PURPOSE:

The purpose of the Head Coach - Men’s & Women’s Golf position is to develop Christ-centered excellence, to mentor and challenge student-athletes to grow spiritually (discipleship), academically, athletically, to provide opportunities for Christian service through the medium of golf and to be consistently competitive at the championship level. This position is responsible for initiating, developing and leading all aspects of the

Men’s and Women’s Golf program, such as recruiting, scheduling opponents, individual training, and coaching team members. This position provides support for specific internal operations for the athletic department and must abide by rules and regulations established by William Jessup University, the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) and the GSAC, (Golden State Athletic Conference).

The pay for this position is generally: $66,560. Individual pay is generally determined by a number of factors including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training and location.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide Christ-like (biblical) leadership for the men’s and women’s golf program and athletic department.

• Recruit and graduate student-athletes who maintain the standards of the university and department.
• Recruit, mentor and supervise assistant coach(s).
• Schedule practices, games, transportation/accommodations and travel itineraries for road games with the approval of the Athletic Director and in coordination with the Administrative Assistant to Athletics.

• Disciple and assist with character development of student-athletes.
• Plan and be engaged in community service activities.
• Represent the University at conference and national meetings as assigned.
• Prepare and oversee program budget.
• Assist and provide fund raising efforts aimed to support the Athletic Department as well as golf program.
• Assist in the development of public relations with local constituencies aimed at gaining support for golf as well as all athletic programs
• Attend mandatory coaches and departmental meetings.
• Responsible for a variety of administrative support duties as assigned by the Athletic Administration Team.

• Complete other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified applicants must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the golf industry, with coaching and player instruction a point of focus. He/she must be an effective public speaker, positive/personable, and demonstrate a successful recruitment plan, while graduating high academic achieving students. Coordination or participation of community service and college engagement activities, and camps and clinics is a plus. The successful candidate must have the ability to market the great academic opportunities at William Jessup University and its affordability.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree required
• Master’s degree, and additional studies/experiences preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

● Knowledge of and committed to William Jessup University mission statement and philosophy, the NAIA, and conference rules and regulations.

● Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the game of golf

● Coaching or recruiting experience

● Experience supervising volunteers.

● Requires a valid driver’s license and is eligible to drive on University-related business (i.e. to practices, games, etc. including transporting students) according to WJU insurance requirements.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

● Exhibit and articulate a vibrant, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

● Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

● Strong organizational skills, proficiency in oral and written communication, public relations skills, and strong self-motivation characteristics.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The employee agrees to promote the values and mission of Jessup as a private Christ-centered University and live a life consistent with biblical principles. The employee shall conduct himself/herself in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. Additionally, the employee may play a formative role in the spiritual lives of students in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. This may include leading devotions and/or spiritual formation groups and seeking other opportunities consistent with a biblical spiritual formation role.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Much of the employee’s working time will be spent outdoors on golf courses in all types of weather and might require standing for long periods, working with equipment or machinery and, being able to walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop or crawl. Travel may be required for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $66,560.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person