Head Mens Golf Coach

Position Information

 

The head coach will be responsible for leading, organizing and administering all phases of the men’s golf program in accordance with NCAA, Summit League and North Dakota State University rules and regulations. Head coach will be responsible for coaching student-athletes to successfully compete at the highest level nationally; recruit qualified student-athletes; organize practices and training sessions; and develop of a high level of match preparedness. Additional responsibilities include scheduling; fiscal management; active engagement in promotional, marketing and fundraising activities; and developing community and alumni support. A high level of collaboration with support personnel within the athletics department is expected.

Hiring Range:

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong background in golf skill analysis and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Commitment to the academic success of student-athletes.
• Experience in motivating players to achieve maximum levels of performance.

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Position Information

 

The head coach will be responsible for leading, organizing and administering all phases of the men’s golf program in accordance with NCAA, Summit League and North Dakota State University rules and regulations. Head coach will be responsible for coaching student-athletes to successfully compete at the highest level nationally; recruit qualified student-athletes; organize practices and training sessions; and develop of a high level of match preparedness. Additional responsibilities include scheduling; fiscal management; active engagement in promotional, marketing and fundraising activities; and developing community and alumni support. A high level of collaboration with support personnel within the athletics department is expected.

Hiring Range:

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong background in golf skill analysis and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Commitment to the academic success of student-athletes.
• Experience in motivating players to achieve maximum levels of performance.
• Evidence of ability to interact positively with student-athletes, parents, colleagues and the public.
• Evidence of strong organizational skills.
• Demonstration of effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated professional behavior.
• Two years coaching or playing experience at a competitive intercollegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to successfully train athletes’ individual skill development.
• Evidence of successful coaching and recruiting experience at a competitive Division I program.

Core Competencies:

• Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) and ability to build relationships.

Applicant Materials Required:

• Formal letter of application (cover letter
• Resume
• Names and telephone numbers of three professional references in a separate document attached as “Other Document 1"

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!  

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

  • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
  • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire 
  • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation 

• Superb Retirement Plan

  • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)

• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)

• Paid Leave – including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.

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