Director of Operations/Assistant Golf Coach

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

 

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?  

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

 

Teaches and coaches current student-athletes and recruits prospective student-athletes in the sport of Golf. Organizes, directs and coordinates the men's and women's Golf programs' administrative operations to enable quality on-field performance and ensure student-athlete welfare. Performs other duties as assigned.

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WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

 

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?  

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

 

Teaches and coaches current student-athletes and recruits prospective student-athletes in the sport of Golf. Organizes, directs and coordinates the men's and women's Golf programs' administrative operations to enable quality on-field performance and ensure student-athlete welfare. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

 

30% - Essential - teaching and Coaching: Coaches practice sessions, workouts, and games. Teaches student-athletes the fundamentals and strategies required to compete at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics. Teaches student athletes the rules of competition.  Teaches student athletes to safely compete and ensures compliance with sports medicine policies.  Instructs student athletes regarding team concepts. Attends preparatory meetings and assists in designing and developing practice and game plans. Stays abreast of sport techniques, strategies, rules, and skills. Works directly with student-athletes. Effectively communicates strategies, objectives, techniques, and concepts to team members. Performs other duties as assigned.

30% - Essential - Administrative Support, Operations and Travel Management: Organizes, directs and coordinates the programs' administrative operations including construction of the yearly budget.  Responsible for communicating and coordinating directly with visiting teams and works with Event Management to manage home game logistics. Manages scheduling of non-conference opponents in coordination with the program's supervisor. Attends Department Staff meetings. Responsible for preparation of the travel budget.  Coordinates travel planning.   Plans and administers team travel. Arranges airplane charters. Ensures issues related to hotel, airport and bus arrangements are addressed during team travel. Schedules practice sites of away games.  Schedules team meals in season and out.

20% - Essential - Equipment & Facility Management: Responsible for the preparation and control of the equipment budget. Directs the maintenance and repair of all program equipment. Assists in the purchase, inventory and safekeeping of program equipment. Manages all facilities associated with the program. Ensures maintenance and appropriate development of program facilities. Works with the Director of Athletics and relevant support staff regarding capital improvements for the program.

10% - Essential - Promotion and Representation: Promotes a positive image inside and outside the University. Directs the production and execution of special promotional events and projects. Assists the Marketing support staff with program promotional activities. Assist the Communications support staff on media relations for the program. Works with the Clemson Video and Technology staff to coordinate video services during home events.

10% - Essential - Academic Support & NCAA Compliance: Works with academic support staff on matters related to academic policy and maintains CARA and RARA logs. Coordinates team activities with academic support staff. Oversees the programs' time management plan. Ensures program operations are consistent with University and NCAA rules.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

 

Education - Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience - 3+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

 

Work Experience - Previous experience in coaching or golf operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Work of Others - Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

  10% - Stand for prolonged period
  20% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
   5% - Walk or move about
  45% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
  80% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  45% - Recognize or inspect visually
  45% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

   5% - Exposure to heat or cold
   5% - Wet or humid
   5% - Noise
   5% - Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

 

Standard Hrs: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

 

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

 

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

 

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

 

Open Until Filled

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

 

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

CLOSING STATEMENT:

 

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

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