"Head Coach, Women's Golf"

Head Coach, Women's Golf

Job ID: 283209

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the NCAA Division I women's golf program at Kennesaw State University. Charged with developing a nationally competitive program while fostering a culture of academic excellence, leadership, and student-athlete development. Oversees recruiting, coaching, program administration, compliance, fundraising, and community engagement, ensuring alignment with NCAA, conference, and university policies.

Responsibilities

1. Plans and directs all activities of the women's golf program, including training, competitions, and player development
2. Organizes, supervises, and employs sound coaching techniques and practices to prepare student-athletes for Conference Championships and post-season competitions
3. Assumes a leadership role in department-wide priorities and initiatives, contributing to the overall success of KSU Athletics
4. Creates an atmosphere favorable to academic and athletic development of student-athletes
5. Identifies, evaluates, and recruits high-caliber student-athletes who align with KSU's academic and athletic standards
6. Develops relationships with high school and club coaches to build a sustainable talent pipeline
7. Ensures compliance with NCAA recruiting regulations, including evaluations, visits, and communications
8. Monitors academic progress, retention, and graduation rates of student-athletes to ensure compliance with university and NCAA academic standards
9. Collaborates with academic support staff to provide resources that promote student-athlete success and degree completion
10. Supervises and manages the coaching staff, including assistant coaches and graduate assistants, as permitted by NCAA and university policies
11. Oversees the program's budget, equipment and uniforms purchasing, games and practices scheduling, and team travel logistics
12. Ensures strict adherence to all NCAA, conference, State of Georgia, and university policies, rules, and regulations
13. Leads fundraising initiatives and alumni engagement efforts to enhance program resources and support
14. Represents the program in university and Department of Athletics events, promoting KSU Athletics locally and nationally
15. Develops and participates in public relations and outreach efforts, including camps, clinics, and community service programs

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Other Required Qualifications

Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Current, and valid CPR/AED certification

Required Experience

Four (4) years collegiate and or professional coaching experience with previous experience in a supervisory role

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience

Proven success in recruiting, player development, and competitive program building

Experience managing program budgets and fundraising initiatives

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Able to lead and develop a successful program, including managing staff and student-athletes

Able to create and sustain a nationally competitive women's golf program at the Division I level

Capacity to foster an environment that prioritizes student-athlete well-being, academic success, and personal growth

Able to analyze performance metrics and utilize technology for training and recruiting evaluations

Flexibility to adjust to changing schedules, recruiting demands, and competitive expectations

Able to engage with university leadership, athletic administration, academic support, and compliance staff effectively

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Comprehensive understanding of NCAA Division I regulations, conference policies, and university compliance requirements

In-depth knowledge of golf instruction, player development, and competitive strategies at the collegiate level

Knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, recruiting policies, and overall program operations

Understanding NCAA academic requirements, student retention strategies, and support resources

Knowledge of national and international golf recruiting trends, evaluation techniques, and scouting strategies

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

Strong instructional skills to improve individual and team performance

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.

This position has financial responsibilities.

This position will be required to drive.

This role is considered a position of trust.

This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position may travel 50% - 74% of the time.

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Credit Report
• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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