Head Golf Coach

Montana Tech•Butte, MT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program. Montana Tech Athletics is seeking a Head Golf Coach to lead its men’s and women’s golf programs. The Head Coach will focus primarily on what matters most to the success of the program: coaching, instruction, recruiting, and student-athlete development. Responsibilities include planning and conducting practices, providing individual and team instruction, coaching during competition, recruiting prospective student-athletes, and building a positive and competitive team culture. The Montana Tech Athletic Department will provide support for many of the program’s administrative and operational responsibilities, including eligibility and compliance, travel planning and arrangements, and other team logistics, allowing the Head Coach to focus on coaching and developing student-athletes. We are seeking a candidate with a strong knowledge of golf, the ability to teach and develop players, and a commitment to building positive relationships with student-athletes. Previous coaching or instructional experience is preferred, but candidates with a strong golf background and the ability to lead, teach, recruit, and connect with student-athletes are encouraged to apply. Montana Tech Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-athlete experience while competing at a championship level in the Frontier Conference and NAIA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of the game of golf, including fundamentals, technique, strategy, and player development.
Experience coaching, teaching, instructing, or developing golfers.
Ability to recruit, develop, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, prospective student-athletes and their families, campus partners, alumni, and supporters.
Commitment to student-athlete academic success, personal development, sportsmanship, and well-being.
Ability to lead and foster a positive, accountable, and competitive team culture.
Ability and willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as required for practices, competitions, and recruiting.
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one as required for team travel.
Commitment to complying with Montana Tech, Frontier Conference, and NAIA rules, policies, and expectations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience coaching or instructing golf and demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and build positive relationships with student-athletes.

Responsibilities

Planning and conducting practices
Providing technical and strategic instruction
Coaching during competition
Evaluating and recruiting prospective student-athletes
Fostering a positive team culture consistent with Montana Tech Athletics and NAIA expectations
Working collaboratively with the Athletic Department for administrative functions including student-athlete eligibility and compliance, travel planning and arrangements, scheduling logistics, purchasing, and other operational responsibilities.

Benefits

health insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution
partial tuition waiver
wellness program
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees