Head Coach Women's Golf
About The Position
Transylvania University invites applications for a full-time, ten-month appointment as Head Women’s Soccer Coach. The coach will organize and direct all aspects of a successful and competitive collegiate program, recruit qualified student-athletes, and support their personal, athletic, and academic success. The role also includes supervising assistant coaches and managing recruiting, team travel, scheduling, player development, the program budget, fundraising, rules compliance, and academic monitoring. Transylvania University is a Division III institution located near downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Candidates should have an athletics philosophy compatible with a Division III liberal arts college with highly selective academic standards. Applications are requested by November 13, 2026, though resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume through the university’s staff job openings page, with the cover letter addressed to Jeff Chaney, Vice President for Athletics and Athletic Director. Transylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and seeks to enhance diversity in its university community.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least three years of experience.
- Evidence of a proven coaching record.
- Effective communication and organizational skills.
- An athletics philosophy compatible with a Division III liberal arts college with highly selective academic standards.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Successful high school or collegiate coaching experience, including student-athlete recruitment, is preferred.
- Understanding of NCAA rules and regulations is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Organize and direct all aspects of a successful and competitive collegiate program.
- Recruit qualified student-athletes and support their personal, athletic, and academic success.
- Supervise assistant coaches.
- Manage recruiting, travel, and scheduling.
- Support player development.
- Manage the program budget and fundraising.
- Ensure rules compliance.
- Monitor student-athletes’ academic progress.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
