Golf Head Coach - Athletics

These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.

Mission: Educate. Inspire. Connect.

Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration

Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.

The Golf Head Coach is responsible for administration of all phases of an Intercollegiate program including, but not limited to: recruiting quality student-athletes; organizing and training athletes for successful competition, monitoring and supporting the academic success of the student-athletes; This is a professional head coaching position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of all governing bodies, Region XXI, and Holyoke Community College.

Recruitment Establish a recruiting strategy and procedures to include: preparation of recruiting letters and material, in person contact via telephone, zoom, etc. with athletes coaches, parents, guardians. Establish a comprehensive list of prospective student-athletes and regularly contact them about attending Holyoke Community College.

Coaching

• Organize, prepare and conduct team practice sessions to train and prepare for competition.
• Direct, motivate, and advise student-athletes to prepare for competition.
• Establish program and student-athlete goals.
• Establish and enforce team and college policies.
• Effectively communicate proper techniques, fundamentals, and team strategies.
• Represent the college in a positive manner by demonstrating good sportsmanship and collegiality.

Administrative

• Meet with the Athletic Academic Advisor in monitoring academic progress of student-athletes.
• Work with Athletic Director in developing competition schedule.
• Develop relationships with four-year coaches and implement a plan to assist students in transferring.
• Demonstrate an understanding and adhere to NJCAA eligibility and compliance, as well as applicable coach and student-athlete handbooks.
• Attend and participate in coaching staff meetings.
• Work with Director or designee in make sure student-athlete paperwork is completed.
• Communicate with Director on uniform and/or equipment needs as necessary.

REQUIRED:

• Minimum of an Associate degree required;
• Knowledge of the sport of golf as student-athlete and/or coach;
• Knowledge of recruitment and student-athlete development.;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work nights and weekends;
• Valid driver's license;
• The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.

Part-Time, Non-Benefited Position

Hourly Rate: Stipend

Hours: Up to 18.5 hrs./week; Daytime, evening, weekend availability required.

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.

Disability Accommodations:

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at (413) 552-2554.

Background Check:

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.