2026-2027 AY Assistant Coach, Women's Golf – Part-Time

Cal State LA’s Department of Athletics is seeking a part-time Assistant Coach for the Women’s Golf program for the 2026-2027 academic year.

About the role

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will assist with all aspects of an NCAA Division II intercollegiate women’s golf program competing in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). The role supports the mission and values of Cal State LA Athletics and promotes student-athlete success, equity, inclusion, sportsmanship, and competitive excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and conducting team practices, individual skill instruction, tournament preparation, course scouting, practice rounds, and player development to support competitive success.
• Provide instruction, mentorship, and guidance to student-athletes to promote athletic performance, leadership, academic success, sportsmanship, and personal development.
• Assist the Head Coach with recruiting, equipment management, travel coordination, camps and clinics, tournament operations, scheduling, fundraising activities, and the day-to-day administrative operations of the women’s golf program.
• Support the academic success, retention, eligibility, and overall well-being of student-athletes.
• Promote positive engagement with the university and surrounding community through outreach initiatives and representation of the Women’s Golf program.
• Maintain compliance with NCAA, CCAA, and university policies and procedures.
• Assist with team travel and transportation responsibilities in accordance with university policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate golf techniques and drills, assist with practice and tournament operations, transport equipment, operate university or rental vehicles for team travel, and work in office, outdoor golf course, and travel environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and demonstrated coaching experience in athletics, physical education, kinesiology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated successful coaching and/or playing experience in golf at the collegiate, high school, amateur, or club level.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Strong commitment to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes, as well as knowledge of and commitment to NCAA, CCAA, and university rules and regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to remain insurable under university motor vehicle policies.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain upon hire.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior collegiate golf playing and/or coaching experience.
• Familiarity with NCAA recruiting practices and junior golf recruiting.
• Experience with tournament operations, golf course relations, golf instruction technology, and statistical analysis.
• Ability to assist with camps and clinics, community outreach, fundraising, and student-athlete development initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge and understanding of NCAA, CCAA, and university rules and regulations regarding compliance, recruiting, eligibility, and student-athlete welfare.
• Ability to instruct and develop student-athletes in a competitive collegiate golf environment, including swing mechanics, short game, course management, practice planning, and tournament preparation.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills with the ability to effectively recruit, mentor, and support student-athletes.
• Familiarity with golf instruction technology, tournament operations, statistical analysis, and golf program administration.
• Commitment to student-athlete academic success, equity, inclusion, well-being, leadership development, and sportsmanship.

Pay

Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full-time equivalent salary range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month (academic year).

About Cal State LA

Cal State LA is one of 23 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles, ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of its students. Cal State LA is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good, offering nationally recognized programs in science, the arts, business, criminal justice, engineering, nursing, education, ethnic studies, and the humanities. The University has one of the most diverse student populations of any college or university in the nation and is a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution.

About the Department of Athletics

The Department of Athletics at Cal State LA sponsors 14 NCAA Division II intercollegiate sports. Women’s Golf competes in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). The department is committed to fostering academic achievement, competitive excellence, student-athlete well-being, and community engagement while promoting the values of integrity, inclusion, leadership, and sportsmanship. Cal State LA Athletics has a strong tradition of success both academically and competitively, including NCAA national championships, conference titles, and regional recognition across multiple sports programs.