Golf Head Coach - Athletics

Holyoke Community College•Holyoke, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Holyoke Community College (HCC) is seeking a Golf Head Coach to administer all phases of its Intercollegiate golf program. This role involves recruiting quality student-athletes, organizing and training them for successful competition, and monitoring their academic success. The position requires adherence to the policies and regulations of governing bodies, Region XXI, and HCC. HCC is committed to educating, inspiring, and connecting students, with core values of kindness, inclusion, trust, innovation, and collaboration.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate degree required.
Knowledge of the sport of golf as a student-athlete and/or coach.
Knowledge of recruitment and student-athlete development.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work nights and weekends.
Valid driver's license.
The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Establish a recruiting strategy and procedures, including preparing recruiting materials and contacting prospective student-athletes, coaches, parents, and guardians.
Organize, prepare, and conduct team practice sessions to train athletes for competition.
Direct, motivate, and advise student-athletes to prepare for competition.
Establish program and student-athlete goals.
Establish and enforce team and college policies.
Effectively communicate proper techniques, fundamentals, and team strategies.
Represent the college in a positive manner by demonstrating good sportsmanship and collegiality.
Meet with the Athletic Academic Advisor to monitor the academic progress of student-athletes.
Work with the Athletic Director to develop the competition schedule.
Develop relationships with four-year coaches and implement a plan to assist students in transferring.
Demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to NJCAA eligibility and compliance, as well as applicable coach and student-athlete handbooks.
Attend and participate in coaching staff meetings.
Work with the Director or designee to ensure student-athlete paperwork is completed.
Communicate with the Director regarding uniform and/or equipment needs.