Head Men's / Women's Golf Coach

NCAA La Junta, Colorado
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January 31, 2023
NCAA
La Junta, Colorado
Details

Posted: 20-Dec-22

Location: La Junta, Colorado

Type: Full-time

Salary: 38,000-41,000

Categories:
Coaching
Coaching - Golf

Sector:
Jr. Collegiate Sports

Salary Details:
On-campus meal plan Excellent benefit package including retirement, health, vision, dental and life insurance. Paid annual and sick leave 11-month technical-professional position- 241 workdays

Required Education:
4 Year Degree

Internal Number: 100080

  • Serve as head coach for the men's and women's intercollegiate golf program.

  • Recruit and recommend the acceptance of prospective athletics.

  • Supervise practice sessions according to scheduled times.

  • Responsible for the teaching and development of golf skills to student-athletes.

  • Make the necessary arrangements for traveling to scheduled intercollegiate events.

  • Schedule, in conjunction with the Athletic Director, all intercollegiate events for the golf season with as little of class time missed as possible within NJCAA and Region IX guidelines.

  • Monitor academic progress of student-athletes including having study tables and securing tutors.

  • Provide data, research, and team informational requests to the Athletic Director as needed.

  • Hire, train, supervise and mentor assistant coaches.

  • Operate the sport program with integrity and within the scope and intent of NJCAA, Region IX, Otero Athletic Department and college regulations.

  • Comply with all NJCAA rules, procedures, and eligibility standards and follow the guidelines established in the NJCAA Handbook.

  • Work in conjunction with the Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer when a player is injured. Complete the necessary forms and submit immediately to the Athletic Director.

  • Coordinate all physical arrangements for all home events.

  • Assist other coaches with the implementation of the other intercollegiate athletic programs.

  • Plan, organize and direct all camps.

  • Demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion efforts that include culturally responsible coaching and success of a diverse student-athlete

  • Act as initial liaison with student/athletes under your direction for issues such as campus visitation, inquires, parental questions, student/athlete questions and our program set-up with the Athletic Director.

  • Provide proper guidance regarding class attendance and conduct with student/athletes under your direction. This includes informing the Athletic Director of any major violations by your current student/athletes.

  • Provide program discipline as needed to ensure the program is functioning within the scope and goals of our athletic program regarding academic and conduct matters whether in the classroom, during participation, or in the community.

  • Work with Sports Information Team on gathering team information for Media Guide and Web Site.

  • Participates in corporate-partner fundraising projects.

  • Foster positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, media, alumni and corporate partners while interacting successfully with department personnel and the college community.

  • Promote community interest in the athletic program by being actively involved in community activities that display or demonstrate interest in the College's programs.

  • Establish and maintain direct contact with area high schools as well as other relevant local public agencies.

  • Assist in the coordination of all athletic activities regarding marketing functions with corporate sponsorship programs including all activities, media guides, and letter-mailing program.

  • Assist in coordinating facility usage with area schools, City of La Junta, and other campus coaches including keeping Athletic Director informed of usage agreements that may need to be changed, etc.

  • Secure Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and be fully trained to drive all needed vehicles. Serve as the driver of college vehicles needed for all travel to and from games and as needed for other events. Report any problems with vehicles to the Athletic Director. Do all pre and post-trip checks in conjunction with driving the bus under CDL proper procedure.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.



  • Minimum Qualifications:

    Bachelor s Degree
    Coaching experience
    Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Master s Degree
    Recruiting experience
    Successful coaching experience at the college level
    Playing experience at the college level
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Strong computer skills
    Demonstrated commitment to supporting and serving diverse student populations, with special
    emphasis on first-generation, low-income, and students of color.
    Educational philosophy in alignment with that of a small rural, comprehensive Community College
    and enthusiasm for this type of environment and the aspirations of its people.

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

    For consideration, an applicant file must contain:

    1. Cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications
    2. Resume
    3. Copies of transcripts (A.A., B.A., and M.A.)
    4. Names, addresses, and phone numbers of 3 professional references

    APPLICATION DEADLINE
    Open Until Filled- First review of applications will be January 6, 2023

    POSITION START DATE:
    As soon as possible

    Submit Application Packet To:
    Otero College
    Attn: Kelsey Barbee
    Director of Human Resources
    1802 Colorado Ave
    La Junta, CO 81050
    FAX: (719) 384-6947
    Or Email To: [email protected]
    Inquiries May Be Directed To:
    Kelsey Barbee
    (719) 384-6824

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