Head Coach Golf

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SUNY Old Westbury serves large populations of underrepresented, first-generation, and non-traditional students. Candidates with experience working with a similar student body, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting these populations, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Since its foundation in 1965, SUNY Old Westbury has been committed to social justice, diversity, and the empowerment of traditionally underserved populations. The University serves a large proportion of non-traditional students and has earned the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from Insight into Diversity magazine for eight consecutive years.

Located on a 604-acre campus on Long Island, Nassau County, about 40 miles from New York City, SUNY Old Westbury comprises four Schools (Education, Business, Arts and Sciences and Professional Studies) with total enrollment of 4400 students. For more details about the SUNY Old Westbury, please refer to our website at www.oldwestbury.edu.

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

This position reports to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of an NCAA Division III Golf program. This includes coaching athletes, developing training plans, recruiting players, organizing practices and competitions, fundraising, promoting academic and personal development among student-athletes.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position supervises other employees including Assistant Coach Golf.
• This position does not supervise other employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description is a representative summary of the expectations, major responsibilities and primary duties. Employees may be assigned other job-related duties.

Responsibilities include:

• Ability to recruit, mentor, and motivate qualified student-athletes.
• Coaching.
• Conducting and supervising regular practice sessions and contests.
• Coordinate team travel and transport team in driving a passenger van for away team travel.
• Acting as a mentor for student-athlete personal development.
• Coordinate fundraising and community services events.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

SUNY Old Westbury serves large populations of underrepresented, first-generation, and non-traditional students. Candidates with experience working with a similar population, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting these populations, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

• Two (2) years golf coaching/instructor experience at college, high school, club level with demonstrated success.
• Note: experience can be at golf course as a golf instructor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Thorough knowledge of NCAA Division III recruiting processes and eligibility requirements, golf rules, techniques and strategies.
• Knowledge of practice planning, tournament preparation, and competitive coaching methods.
• Knowledge of athletic program administration, budgeting, scheduling, and event management.
• Understanding safety procedures, risk management, and injury prevention.
• Knowledge of governing body regulations and compliance requirements.

Skill in:

• Strong golf instruction and player development skills.
• Effective leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate athlete performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Budget management and resource allocation skills.
• Recruiting, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to: Motivate, mentor, and inspire student-athletes to achieve their full potential.
• Develop and implement effective training and competition plans.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure during practices and tournaments.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with athletes, staff, administrators, alumni, and community members.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required for competitions and recruiting activities.
• Ability to promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful team culture.
• Represent the golf program professionally and ethically at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during practices, tournaments, recruiting events, and team activities.
• Ability to demonstrate golf techniques, including full swings, short game skills, and putting fundamentals.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move golf equipment, training aids, and supplies.
• Ability to travel frequently by vehicle and occasionally by air for competitions, recruiting, and professional development activities.
• Ability to work outdoors for prolonged periods in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and sun exposure.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motions associated with golf instruction and equipment setup.
• Ability to visually monitor athlete performance and maintain awareness of activities across practice and competition venues.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and provide assistance in situations requiring immediate attention.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The work environment and exposures described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors on golf courses, driving ranges, and practice facilities.
• Frequent exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, rain, and direct sunlight.
• Frequent local, regional, and/or overnight travel may be required for tournaments, recruiting, and professional development.
• Interaction with student-athletes, parents, coaches, administrators, officials, alumni, donors, and community members is a regular component of the position.
• Position requires adherence to institutional policies, athletic association regulations, and applicable safety standards.
• Occasional work in office environments for administrative responsibilities, including scheduling, reporting, recruiting correspondence, and program planning.
• May be required to supervise athletes and staff in various settings, including practices, competitions, travel, meetings, and team events.
• Must maintain professionalism and represent the institution and golf program positively at all times.

Additional Information:

Position Type: Professional

Line Number: 35031

Official Budget Title: Lecturer, 10 months

Campus Title: Head Coach Golf

Department: Athletics

FTE: Part-time

Negotiating Unit: UUP

Salary Grade: NSA0

FLSA Status: Exempt

The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

The State University of New York at Old Westbury is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in the selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action located in the Campus Center, Room I-211 or by calling (516) 876-3179.

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Application Instructions:

Please submit the following online:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references.
4. A fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).

Only applications submitted online will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.

Employment in this position will be contingent on the College's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and SUNY Old Westbury polices, including the completion of pre-employment screening.