Head Women's Golf Coach

Point Loma Nazarene University • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PLNU is seeking a passionate and mission-driven leader to serve as the Head Women’s Golf Coach, building a competitive program rooted in excellence, faith, and holistic student development. This role will lead all aspects of the women’s golf program while fostering an environment where student-athletes thrive academically, spiritually, and athletically. The ideal candidate brings strong coaching expertise, a commitment to mentorship, and the ability to cultivate a program aligned with the University’s mission.

Requirements

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to build and sustain a competitive collegiate golf program
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop student-athletes holistically
• Strategic mindset with experience in recruitment planning and talent evaluation
• Ability to foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and sportsmanship
• Effective communicator who can build relationships across campus and within athletics
• Experience supporting student success, retention, and graduation outcomes
• Ability to integrate program goals with broader athletic department initiatives
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong administrative and program management skills
• Experience engaging alumni, donors, or supporters in program development
• Ability to travel regularly, including overnight and weekend travel, to support team competitions and recruiting activities
• Capacity to manage travel logistics and represent the University professionally during tournaments and related events
• Coaching experience and proven ability as a golf coach
• Ability to understand the complexity of student involvement in a Christian higher education setting and to mentor athletes to be successful in the total university experience
• Ability to support and stimulate student athlete holistic growth and to generate activities which enhance athletes' potential academically, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually
• Ability to relate effectively with students and student-athletes
• Demonstrated abilities in teaching, recruitment and administration management
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.
• Staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of the women’s golf program, including planning, operations, and competition
• Develop and implement strategies that align with the University’s mission and student development goals
• Lead recruiting efforts to attract and retain student-athletes who align with institutional values and academic expectations
• Cultivate a team culture that supports academic success, retention, and timely graduation
• Mentor student-athletes in their athletic, academic, personal, and spiritual growth
• Hire and supervise an assistant coach who aligns with the University’s mission, fostering a culture of excellence, character development, and student-athlete success
• Collaborate with athletics leadership to support departmental initiatives and strategic priorities
• Promote engagement and visibility of the program within the campus community
• Lead program-related fundraising initiatives, including collaboration on the rebranded golf tournament
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support the success of the program
• Travel with the team to competitions, providing coaching, supervision, and leadership during tournaments
• Coordinate and manage team travel logistics, including itineraries, transportation, and tournament preparation

Benefits

• health
• dental
• tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• competitive retirement matching
• vacation and sick time
• 15 paid holidays per year
• opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed