Assistant Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach

The assistant coach will be responsible for supporting the head coach in managing all aspects of a competitive and successful NCAA Division II Men’s and Women’s Golf program with the primary responsibility being the planning and instruction of golf. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to the academic success of the student-athletes in the program that leads to graduation through a positive collegiate experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compliance with NCAA, SAC and Catawba College Policies and Regulations.
• The assistant coach must be efficient at individualized and team instruction with emphasis on teaching all skills and strategies associated with the sport.
• Recruiting quality student athletes that are committed to the Catawba College mission within the allotted scholarship structure and limits.
• Commitment to and the management of program budget.
• Coordinate and maintain regular communication with Catawba athletics staff, including the Director of Athletics, Compliance, Sports Medicine, Media Relations, Video, Strength & Conditioning, and Facilities Operations.
• Provide academic support for all student-athletes.
• Assist the head coach with match scheduling.
• Practice and meet planning and implementation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Successful collegiate coaching and golf experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise on course instruction and knowledge of the sport.
• Ability to recruit student-athletes that will be successful in the classroom and on the course.
• Ability to lead, mentor and motivate student-athletes.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to produce and assist in the management a competitive golf program are important.
• Developing and maintaining positive alumni relations.