Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach

Department: Athletics
Full-time or part-time (PT is less than 30 hrs. per week): Full-Time
FLSA Status (exempt or non-exempt): Exempt
Salaried or Hourly: Salaried
Reports to: Athletic Director
Work Schedule: 35+Hrs/week as directed by athletic director

Job Description:

The Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach is a full-time, 12-month staff member of the Department of Athletics at the University of Mobile.  Reporting to the Athletic Director, this role provides leadership to both golf programs in a way that reflects the mission and vision of the University of Mobile: For Christ & His Kingdom.

 Primary Responsibilities

• Lead with Purpose: Direct all aspects of the men’s and women’s golf programs – recruiting, budgeting, scheduling, travel, training, and compliance with institutional, conference, and NAIA policies.  The Head Coach will provide student-athletes with a transformational collegiate experience that integrates athletic competition, academic achievement, character formation, and Christ-centered leadership at the heart of the program.
• Invest in Student-Athletes:  Mentor and disciple student-athletes, leading them in their personal, academic, athletic, and spiritual development, fostering growth and development consistent with the values of the University of Mobile.
• Develop a Championship Culture: Championship culture will come from creating a team environment marked by discipline, integrity, sportsmanship, and a pursuit of excellence that glorifies God both on and off the course.
• Recruit with Vision:  Recruit and retain high-character student-athletes who embody the values of the University of Mobile and will make a lasting impact on the team, campus and community.

Position Qualifications (Educational credentials, skills and abilities):

• Christian who is an active member in local church.
• Supports Statement of Christian Affirmation (https://umobile.edu/about/mission/)
• Demonstrates the Imago Dei of Christ (Gen 1:26) in all aspects of one’s professional role, personal interactions and community relations.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience coaching golf at the college level
• The ability to communicate and work effectively with college student-athletes, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the community
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills
• Committed to Christian philosophy, mission of the institution and statement of Christian Affirmation
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Enthusiastic and energetic personality

Position Responsibilities:  

• Instruct and develop the student-athletes in fundamental skills and techniques to improve performance and growth in their sport
• Instruct student-athletes to incorporate a Biblical Worldview for them to be a positive impact in their communities upon graduation.
• Instruct student-athletes in life skills such as time management, teamwork and leadership and self-motivation
• Direct all coaching and managerial duties associated with practices and tournaments
• Recruit high character student-athletes and assist with their registration and housing
• Administer men and women’s golf budget and strictly adhere to budget limitations
• Coordinate management of home games with Athletic Director, Director Athletic Communications and Director of Game Day Experience
• Schedule opponents and present schedule to athletic director for approval
• Initiate and coordinate team travel arrangements and handle emergencies while traveling
• Responsible for maintenance of golf driving range and equipment
• Responsible for team discipline and behavior
• Coordinate eligibility for men and women’s golf
• Adhere to all NAIA and Southern States Athletic Conference rules
• Coordinate all public relations for men and women’s golf with Director Athletic Communications
• Initiate and lead in efforts to support, monitor and encourage academic success
• Inventory and storage of equipment
• Fundraising for men and women’s golf program
• Abide by the UM Coaches Handbook
• Attend departmental staff meetings and special events
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Athletic Director or Vice President for Student Development & Athletics
• Physical ability to do essential functions with or without accommodations

The University of Mobile reserves the right to change, alter, add or combine responsibilities at any time.

TO APPLY: Applicants must submit all application materials below to the Vice President for Student Development & Collegiate Athletics, Tim Adams, tadams@umobile.edu

Application Materials:
• Letter of Interest
• Completed UM Staff application form https://umobile.edu/employment
• Resume

Questions about the role can be submitted to the Vice President for Student Development & Collegiate Athletics, Tim Adams, tadams@umoible.edu.

In accordance with Employment At-Will policy of the University as noted in the Employee Handbook, this job description is not construed as a contract of employment or any part of any contract of employment or as a guarantee that employment or any benefit will be continued for any period of time.