Head Coach - Women's Golf

Position Title

Job Duties

The position of Head Women’s Golf Coach in the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (“the Department”) reports directly to UWL’s Director of Athletics. The coach will manage the daily operations of a Division III intercollegiate golf program competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (“WIAC”), with responsibilities including, but not limited to, planning, recruiting, coaching, developing, implementing, and administering of the women’s golf program (“UWL Women’s Golf”) to meet University and Department objectives.

This position will be filled as a 25% academic year appointment (9 months). Evening and weekends hours are required. Travel for recruitment activities is required. The ability to have and maintain a valid driver’s license meeting the criteria for driving a vehicle on University/State business is required. Driver Authorization required upon hire.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Serve on department and university committees as needed and perform those responsibilities with the highest level of professionalism.
• Embrace UWL’s commitment to improving campus diversity.
• Administer Women’s Golf Program
• Adhere to all rules of the NCAA, WIAC, and the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.
• Establish, implement, and review written rules and policies specific to the golf team that identify clear expectations for the student-athletes participating on the team related to athletic commitment, academic performance, community involvement, and personal conduct.
• Maintain operating budget and other financial accounts established for UWL Women’s Golf, with such funds used to pay for transportation, meals, lodging, equipment, and supplies.
• Schedule, prepare, and supervise all team travel, including transportation, practices, lodging, and meals.
• Monitor the academic progress of the student-athletes on the golf team to ensure that regular, ongoing, and necessary progress is made toward the attainment of a UWL degree.
• Develop and promote a team culture devoted to academic achievement and ensure an atmosphere supportive of, and conducive to, academic success.
• Collaborate with support personnel (athletics administration, athletic training, strength and conditioning, equipment, and facilities/grounds) to ensure the safety and preparation of the playing and practice areas for all students and staff.
• Develop contest schedules in accordance with guidelines and academic calendars of university and in collaboration with scheduling authorities from WIAC.
• Aid Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations by providing statistical, student-athlete, and staff information to ensure the prompt and accurate dissemination of such information to the public.
• Inform Deputy Director of Athletics of changes to schedules, rosters, and staff personnel, and of results of all home and away games, as needed.
• Develop in- and off-season programs as permitted by applicable NCAA Bylaws and regulations.
• Provide, promptly and accurately, information requested by the athletic administration staff, including eligibility and participation information.
• Attend athletic department meetings.
• Attend appropriate WIAC and/or NCAA meetings.
• Attend job-related clinics and conferences.
• Instruct and supervise volunteer, and student coaches in the principles and rules of the sport of golf, the NCAA, the WIAC, and UWL.
• Define and implement team and individual goals.
• Maximize player and team performances by identifying team strengths and weaknesses.
• Demonstrate positive sportsmanship by refraining from publicly criticizing student-athletes, university support staff, game officials, or opponents.

Recruiting

• Develop and maintain a competitive program through, in part, the recruitment of quality student-athletes.
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recruiting activities within guidelines set by the NCAA, WIAC, and UWL.
• Identify, observe, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes.
• Develop and continually maintain recruiting records and logs.
• Inform prospective student-athletes of opportunities related to education, career, and golf competition.
• Oversee prospective student athlete visits to ensure a well-structured, informative, and positive experience.
• Provide Department and Admissions staff with desired information on all prospective student-athletes.

Community Relations

• Cultivate community relationships.
• Enhance recognition of UWL Women’s Golf student-athletes through involvement in community activities.
• Encourage the development and promotion of golf within La Crosse and the surrounding communities.
• Design and implement community events involving golf student-athletes.
• Serve as a resource to the community in areas of expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Substantial golf coaching experience.
• The ability to have and maintain a valid driver’s license meeting the criteria for driving a vehicle on University/State business is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• Head coaching experience at the high school level or above OR assistant golf coaching at the intercollegiate or professional levels.
• Demonstrated experience in college recruiting.

How To Apply

Required application documents: Cover Letter (that Addresses The Required And Preferred Qualifications), CV / Resume, Contact Information.

Contact: Charlotte Roraff, croaff@uwlax.edu

Special Notes: Application deadlines TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials: UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

Benefits: Highlights Include Paid vacation for 12-month positions. Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. Paid holidays and paid sick days. After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.