Head Golf Coach

University of Mount Saint Vincent•New York, NY

About The Position

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts University. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study. At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other. Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students. Job Description: In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, the Department of Athletics believes that building relationships and respect for others will lead to team unity, cohesiveness, confidence and better human relations. We seek to foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other. The Golf Coach is responsible for providing leadership, organization and administration of the Golf program. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization
Knowledge of NCAA, conference and University rules and regulations
Previous successful coaching and playing experience on the Collegiate or High School level
Ability to work effectively with all College personnel, students, and the community
Evening and weekend hours essential
Must have a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and supervision in all aspects of the golf program including, recruitment, retention, academic support, practice preparation, game strategy, alumni development, fundraising and community service
Recruitment of student athletes who meet the University's admission requirements.
Meets annual recruitment goals as developed annually by the Director of Athletics
Coordinate and outline a complete recruiting agenda to identify quality student athletes. This should include names of players, high school visits, coaching contacts, personal contacts, attendance at showcases and tournaments, telephone and email contacts and campus visits
Mandatory attendance at all Admission open houses and scheduled orientations
Ensures compliance with all University, Skyline Conference and NCAA rules and regulations related to recruiting and academic monitoring for student-athletes
Collaborates with the Sports Information Director for the positive promotion of the golf
Areas included should be individual and team statistics, media guides, reports to NCAA, Skyline Conference, individual accolades on and off the and course and website updates
Ensures department and College regulations are understood by and complied with by student athletes
Work closely with the Athletics Department in any fundraising activities that will directly impact the golf program or the department in general
Represent the College at athletics meetings pertaining to Golf; including Skyline Conference meetings
Coordinate a minimum of two (2) community outreach projects for the promotion of UMSV athletics
Develop an annual operating budget and oversee the purchasing, distribution and collection of all equipment
Display a commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and ethical conduct as per the NCAA Constitution
Works closely with Director of Athletics on long and short-term planning for the golf program
Host one tournament per year according to Skyline Conference regulations