Job description
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach
Position Number
Postition Type
Athletics
Location
Main Campus
FLSA
Exempt
Status
Full Time
Number Of Working Months
12
Posting Details
Job Description
Mars Hill University is a private, four-year liberal arts institution located in the mountains of
western North Carolina. Founded in 1856 by Baptist families of the region, it is the oldest
institution of higher learning in western North Carolina on its original site.
Mars Hill University, is an academic community rooted in the Christian faith, that challenges and
equips students to pursue intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth through an education that is
grounded in a rigorous study of the Liberal Arts, connected with the world of work, and committed
to character development, to service, and to responsible citizenship in the community, the region,
and the world.
Summary:
The Head Coach oversees all aspects of the Men’s and Women’s Golf programs.
Mars Hill competes at the NCAA Division II level and is a member of the South Atlantic Conference. 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. The Head Coach reports to the Director of Athletics.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Responsible for compliance with NCAA, SAC and Mars Hill University policies and regulations
- Organize individualized and team instruction with emphasis on teaching all skills and strategies associated with the sport
- Oversee day-to-day program administration
- Recruit and award scholarships to quality student-athletes who are committed to the University’s mission
- Schedule travel, officials and meals for team
- Provide academic support and oversight for all student-athletes
- Works with the Sports Information Director regarding rosters, publicity, player awards and promotions
- Oversee player development and evaluation
- Responsible for fundraising and community service activities
- Develop and maintain positive alumni relations
- Manage the program budget
- Hire and supervise staff
- Inventory and order supplies and equipment
- Manage travel to include booking hotels, vans, buses, etc.
- Have a clean driving record and able to drive a van to transport teams to matches.
- Daily maintenance of Golf facilities and equipment
- Ability to lead, mentor and motivate student-athletes
- Represent the institution and the department in a positive and professional manner
- Responsible for any other assignments or details required by the Athletic Director
- Collateral responsibilities:
o Participation in fundraising activities
o Acceptance of service on University committees
o Membership and active participation in professional organizations
o Attendance at convocations, staff meetings, graduations, etc., if at all possible
Qualifications:
Applicants should have at least a bachelor’s degree with a successful coaching background in Men’s and Women’s Golf. Strong communication, organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to produce and manage Men’s and Women’s Golf programs are important.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), MHU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the organization or would change the essential functions of the job. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources (see below).
MHU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who fully support MHU’s mission. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, familial status, sexual orientation, and reprisal.
To file a complaint with Mars Hill University, contact:
Jennie Matthews
Office of Human Resources
Box 6664
Mars Hill University
Mars Hill, NC 28754
828 689-1197
828 689-1256 Fax
jmatthews@mhu.edu
To file a complaint of discrimination, write to:
USDA, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410
Washington DC 20250-9410
Or call toll-free at (866) 632-9992 (English) or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642
(English Federal- relay) or (800) 845-6136
(Spanish Federal-relay).
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employee
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
About
Mars Hill University is a private, four-year liberal arts institution located in the mountains of western North Carolina. Founded in 1856 by Baptist families of the region, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in western North Carolina on its original site. Mars Hill University, an academic community rooted in the Christian faith, challenges and equips students to pursue intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth through an education that is grounded in a rigorous study of the Liberal Arts, connected with the world of work, and committed to character development, to service, and to responsible citizenship in the community, the region, and the world.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
M306P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
05/01/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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