"Men's Golf Coach (Adjunct Faculty)"

Job Description

Requisition ID: 900
Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty
Schedule: Fall 2025 & Winter 2026
Compensation: Part time - $7,813 (50% paid in fall semester and 50% paid in winter semester) * Please note this is a non-classroom coach position covered by the Faculty Association collective bargaining agreement.
Reports to: Athletic Director
Posting Opens: 04/24/2025
Posting Closes: Open until filled

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Direct and coordinate the activities of the Mens Golf program in the planning, organizing and coaching of the Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) mens golf team.
• Ensure compliance with college, conference, and NJCAA policies and regulations.
• Support the academic success of student-athletes at GRCC.
• Ensure student-athlete study table requirements are met each week and progress reports are completed and turned in to the Athletic Department on time throughout each semester.
• Follow up on prospective student athlete inquiries through emails, texts or phone calls.
• Recruit student-athletes by means of personal contact and correspondence, evaluating ability in person or by videotape, and on-campus visits.
• Responsible for coordinating recruiting visits and prospective student-athlete tryouts in accordance with NJCAA and GRCC guidelines.
• Provide student-athletes with information and opportunities at the next level, with the goal of graduating student-athletes from GRCC and moving them on to NCAA or NAIA institutions.
• Establish relationships with high school and college coaches for recruitment of student athletes.
• Reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds, organizing and turning in all receipts in accordance with GRCC policies.
• Maintain and purchase athletic equipment within annual plan and budget guidelines with approval from the Athletic Director.
• Assign or intake team athletic equipment when appropriate, communicating any equipment/apparel issues with the Athletic Director and Equipment Manager.
• Assist the Athletic Director in scheduling non-conference competition by appropriate timelines to allow other administrative needs to be met (event management, athletic trainer, officials, travel, lodging, meals, etc.)
• Submit practice schedule to Athletic Director for approval. Follow all Ford Fieldhouse space request procedures.
• Assist in the collection of proper documentation needed to establish each student athletes eligibility.
• Submit student-athletes for GRCC, MCCAA and NJCAA awards.
• Assume responsibility of off-season activities when approved and scheduled by the Athletic Director.
• Responsible for the supervision of the team and individual athletes while in the locker room, during practice, games and when traveling.
• Attend all practices, games, tournaments and scheduled team activities.
• Attend college, conference, and NJCAA meetings as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Represent GRCC at athletic events upon request.
• Follow all GRCC and Athletic Department policies and procedures.
• Maintain high standards and uphold the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct and the GRCC Student Code of Conduct.
• Responsible to submit written proposals to the Athletic Director for recruiting trips, camps & clinics and other fundraising initiatives.
• Communicate and follow-up with the Athletic Director on team matters requiring approval and input.
• Perform other duties not specifically stated herein but deemed essential to the operations of the program as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Persons in this role are identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). CSA's will be trained and responsible for reporting Clery Reportable Crimes to Campus Police as required by the Clery Act.

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JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Bachelors degree preferred.

Skills

• Three or more years of golf coaching experience required.
• Collegiate head coaching experience preferred.
• Collegiate recruiting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NJCAA or NCAA eligibility and compliance preferred.
• Administrative experience preferred.
• NJCAA experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

• An understanding of and appreciation for the community college philosophy and student population.
• An interest in working with diverse student populations, who represent a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin, and ability.
• A commitment to serve the Kent County community.
• Demonstrated responsiveness, initiative, and organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform routine and unexpected duties.
• A willingness and an ability to learn college systems.
• High energy level with enthusiasm and an interest in helping and supporting students and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure while possessing mature judgment and flexibility in regards to interruptions and schedule changes.
• Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel to various locations for recruiting, games and practices, leaving at various times.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to attend post season competition and overnight trips.
• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that calls for flexibility/adaptability and the ability to handle multiple interruptions and make quick decisions.

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Benefits

• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership.
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options, including the state retirement plan.

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Application / Hiring Process

• Please fill out an application at https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter, resume & unofficial transcripts. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting.
• Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Only adjunct faculty living in the state of Michigan can teach classes for GRCC.