Head Coach, Women’s Golf

Summary

Position Title

Head Coach, Women’s Golf

Department

Athletics

Status

Full Time/Exempt

Position Summary

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Coaching, scheduling, recruiting, travel arrangements, budget management and fundraising. Development of this Division I golf program will be expected to be within the guidelines of the NCAA, Conference Office, and Jacksonville University.

Essential Job Duties

COACHING – Responsible for:

• All on- and off-Course coaching
• Completing all necessary reports
  
  

SCHEDULING– Responsible for:

• Scheduling of all competition
• Submitting schedule to the Finance and Compliance Office for final approval prior to initiating contracts
• Coordinating and Submitting Practice Schedules
  
  

RECRUITING– Responsible for:

• Compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and completing associated paperwork in a timely manner
• Arranging financially responsible recruiting trips
• Passing NCAA Coach’s Recruiting Test each year
• Initiating arrangements for all official visits
• Recruiting students who will be an asset to the University and Department of Athletics and graduate in a timely manner
  
  

FINANCIAL AID– Responsible for:

• Understanding NCAA regulations
• Initiating process for initial and renewal grants
• Consistently updating team rosters
• Meeting athletic grant-in-aid budget
  
  

BUDGETS– Responsible for:

• Assisting in annual budget preparation
• Staying within amount budgeted for fiscal year
• Having all expenditures pre-approved through appropriate channels
  
  

TRAVEL– Responsible for:

• Initiating process for all travel arrangements and submitting reports within 48 hours of return
  
  

EQUIPMENT/APPAREL– Responsible for:

• Pre- and Post-season inventory
• Care and maintenance of all equipment/apparel and facilities
• Initiating process to order equipment/apparel
  
  

ACADEMICS– Responsible for:

• Supporting all Department of Athletics policies on classroom attendance, study hall, progress reports and enforcing disciplinary actions
• Working with teams to maintain and increase their APR
  
  

FUNDRAISING– Responsible for:

• Devising new methods of fund raising
• Being available for Departmental fund raising activities
• Following guidelines established by Department, University, and the NCAA for fund raising activities
  
  

PAPERWORK – Responsible for:

• Completing all paperwork by established athletic department and NCAA deadlines
  
  

MEETINGS – Responsible for:

• Attending and contributing to all Department of Athletics meetings and requested functions
  
  

CAMPS - Responsible for:

• Following guidelines established by Department, University, and the NCAA for camp procedures and operations

Special Skills

• Knowledge of NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations

• Mastery of the sport of Golf

• Ability to lead, guide and direct assistants

• Willingness to form relationships with constituents and fundraise

Work Conditions

• Required to work atypical hours including nights, weekends, potential holidays

• May be required to practice in heat, cold, inclement weather

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform essential job duties or have special accommodations arranged in advance

Prerequisites Required for Position

1. Minimum Education Requirement:
   • Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university, master’s degree preferred
2. Minimum Work Experience:
   • Five years collegiate coaching experience at NCAA Division I level preferred
3. Preferred Qualifications:
   • Experience with NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations
   • Proven recruiting and fundraising abilities
   • Demonstrated leadership skills

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

All Jacksonville University employees who work on campus must be vaccinated for COVID-19. Documentation will be requested during onboarding. Our full vaccination policy is available online.

To Apply

Please send your materials to Justin Wilkins at jwilkin6@ju.edu.