Hybrid Men's and Women's Assistant Golf Coach - Part Time at Dordt University

JOB TITLE: Men's and Women's Assistant Golf Coach

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

REPORTS TO: Men's and Women's Head Golf Coach

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To provide leadership in the planning, organizing and coaching of the Dordt University golf program. The assistant coach supports the distinct mission of Dordt University and creates an environment in which student-athletes grow and devleop through this experience to become insightful obedient, and active servants in God's world. The coach leads in ways that enhance Dordt's reputation and brand with all audiences and furthers dordt's mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the life of the Dordt University community.
• Develop and implement a personal annual contribution and professional development plan that is consistent with university and departmental goals; utilize the plan as part of the regular self-assessment process.
• Collaborate with the head coach to effectively teach the fundamentals and techniques of the sport of golf.
• Help design and conduct team practices and individual training sessions.
• Work one-on-one with golfers to improve their swing, short game, putting, course strategy, and mental focus.
• Provide guidance during tournaments and practice rounds, including shot selection and course management.
• Assist with scouting, evaluating, and communicating with potential recruits.
• Help register the team, prepare scorecards, and ensure compliance with event rules.
• Help organize team travel, lodging and meals for away meets.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• A clear understanding and commitment to the Reformed perspective and mission of Dordt University and ability to clearly articulate and communicate the mission effectively.
• Ability to express an active Christian commitment, which shall include identification with a local organized church that holds to beliefs that are consistent with the mission of the university.
• Prospective members of the Dordt University community are expected to agree with its sexuality, gender identity, and sexual conduct policy which can be found on the DU website (contact the HR Office if you need additional information).
• A master's degree in exercise science, sports leadership, or a related field is preferred.
• Understadning of ISGA rules, tournament formats, and proper golf course conduct.
• Knowledge of biomechanics, swing fundamentals and skill-specific training.
• Mature interpersonal, collaborative, and oral and written communication skills that indicate the ability to work effectively with students, faculty and staff, community members, and other professionals.
• Previous experience coaching preferred.