Interim Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach

Pomona College•Claremont, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Interim Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach is responsible for all facets of Pomona-Pitzer’s competitive men’s and women’s golf programs for the remainder of the 2026–27 season. The role includes coaching practices and competitions, managing the competition schedule and team travel, overseeing program budgets, supporting current student-athletes, and maintaining recruiting contacts. The interim coach may receive additional duties from the Director of Athletics. The College expects to open a search for a permanent head coach in May 2027; the interim coach will be eligible to apply. The position reports directly to the Director of Athletics and Chair of Physical Education. The coach provides continuity, mentorship, and support to student-athletes during a coaching transition, and represents the programs and Colleges professionally. This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position expected to end in May 2027. Regular hours are at least 40 per week on a variable schedule, with extensive weekend and evening work and travel required. The position is benefits eligible. Employees must be California residents; staff positions are ineligible for visa or permanent resident card sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Valid driver’s license required.
At least 3 years of golf coaching or playing experience required.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work at least 40 hours per week on a variable schedule, including extensive weekend and evening hours; travel is required.
Ability to work effectively with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, exercising patience, discretion, good judgment, courtesy, and tact.
Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, reading, phone, and customer service communication skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and ask questions when clarification is needed.
Proficiency with computers and basic Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and associated professional software.
Ability to use assigned technology, devices, and equipment to achieve annual goals and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines, respond to others promptly, and work independently and collaboratively with integrity and ethics.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Practices and competition involve extended periods on one’s feet, approximately 2–3 hours at a time.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Effective leadership, communication, coaching, and recruiting skills preferred.
Appreciation for the role of athletics in small liberal arts colleges with rigorous academic settings.
Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.
Experience deploying professional skills in collegiate coaching in collaboration with colleagues to promote the College’s strategic interests.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage the men’s and women’s golf programs through the 2026–27 season, including practices, competition, and oversight of assistant coaches.
Provide continuity, mentorship, and support for current student-athletes during the coaching transition.
Manage the spring competition schedule, team travel, and related logistics, and schedule competitions with other colleges as needed.
Maintain recruiting contacts and support recruitment of qualified student-athletes.
Coordinate promotion of the golf programs, including alumni relations.
Perform administrative tasks, including budget management.
Teach, mentor, and support student-athletes from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Represent Pomona-Pitzer and the golf programs professionally and serve as a role model who fosters respect, integrity, and responsibility.
Attend required athletic department meetings, conference meetings, and events.
Understand and comply with NCAA Division III philosophy, NCAA rules, and conference rules.
Perform special projects, tasks, and duties and provide assistance as assigned.