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POSITION SUMMARY
Performs golf coaching and management activities, including recruitment of student-athletes in a National Collegiate
Athletic Association--Division III intercollegiate golf program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees the identification, evaluation and recruitment of potential golf student-athletes.
Monitors the academic progress of each golf student-athlete in the program.
Coordinates the physical development of each student-athlete through appropriate condition,
strength and practice sessions.
Recruits, hires and evaluates assistant and graduate assistant golf coaches.
Directs and monitors the duties of the program's assistant coaches.
Stands accessible to the media, alumni, boosters, and general public to publicize and promote the
program, in coordination with the Director of Athletics.
Advises and counsels student-athletes academically, athletically and socially.
Fiscally responsible for all areas of the golf budgets and golf recruiting, including budget proposal,
accounting and expenditure.
Recommends and oversees the purchase of new golf equipment, supplies and uniforms.
Represents the College at all American River Athletic Conference meetings.
Assists in the coordination of travel arrangement for road trips.
Oversees the development of the schedule with the Director of Athletics.
Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the College's Catholic tradition.
Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Education
Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or university) required. Master's Degree preferred.
Experience
Three to seven years related experience.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of collegiate golf. Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the national Collegiate Athletic Association-Division III and the American Rivers Conference as they pertain to collegiate golf.
Demonstrated success in coaching golf and recruiting quality student-athletes. Also, must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the techniques, fundamentals and drills associated with golf.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superior, colleagues, student-athletes and subordinates. Ability to analyze strengths and weaknesses of the golf program and develop problem-solving solutions. Possess high energy level, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude. Good organizational and communication skills. Ability to represent the philosophy of Loras College to alumni, members of the Loras community, the media and prospective students. Skilled in the use of a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE. Applicants must go to: https:// loras.applicantpool.com to apply. Please upload: your letter of application and resume. The finalist will need to pass a background check before receiving a written employment offer.