Director, Golf Operations & Head Coach - Men's & Women's Golf

Job Description Summary:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of collegiate, professional, or high-level amateur golf coaching or equivalent experience in golf instruction and program administration.
• Relevant experience in college or professional athletics.
• Ability to organize and operate an effective college athletic program while motivating and mentoring student-athletes. Includes (but not limited to) experience with: budget management, team travel logistics and expenditures, overall inventory (i.e. equipment, uniforms, balls, bats, etc.), season competition scheduling, fundraising, student-athlete academic progress monitoring, alumni relations, and rules compliance.
• Ability to stay abreast of, and incorporate into daily operations, current and developing trends (video, voice, data, and computing technologies).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks and personnel simultaneously.
• Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communications across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to race, gender, sexual preference/identity, physical limitations, class or religious perspectives.
• Experience supervising and training employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling.
• Enthusiasm and the ability to thrive in an atmosphere of high pressure and constant change.
• Ability to travel and recruit student athletes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Ability to proficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to maintain files accurately, in paper and in software programs, utilizing proper grammar and punctuation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level, with a proven record of success in leading a golf program.
• A Master’s degree in sports management, physical education, or a related field.
• NCAA Division III coaching experience.
• Personal student-athlete experience, in golf at the collegiate level.

Specific Duties:
Duty:

GOLF OPERATIONS & SUPPORT OVERSIGHT

• Coordinate all operational aspects of two NCAA collegiate golf programs, men’s and women’s, in partnership with institutional support offices, including athletics communication, sports medicine, academic support, compliance, and strength and conditioning.



• Serve as the primary operations liaison for both programs, ensuring cohesive integration of all support functions.

• Track, allocate, and reconcile each program’s annual budget, ensuring financial resources are assigned appropriately across coaching, facilities, equipment, recruitment, and travel.



• Collaborate with the athletic department’s administrative team to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines and institutional/departmental financial policies.



• Monitor expenditures to ensure the program stays within budget and works efficiently with available resources.



• Source vendors and manage procurement of team equipment and apparel.



• Ensure adherence to university purchasing policies and maintain accurate inventory of program assets.

• Serve as the primary ambassador for the golf programs, representing the team at public events, media interviews, and community outreach programs.



• Lead annual fundraising efforts for both golf programs and assist with athletics department-wide development events.



• Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including donations, sponsorships, and fundraising events, to enhance the financial sustainability of the program.



• Cultivate and maintain relationships with alumni, donors, and community partners to strengthen engagement and support.



• Represent the program at institutional and external events, including community outreach and donor functions.

• Independently plan and manage complex team travel logistics for both teams, including transportation, lodging, meals, and competition itineraries.



• Develop travel budgets and reconcile expenses in accordance with university policy.

• Communicate each program’s operational needs, budget priorities, and program updates to athletic senior leadership.



• Attend and participate in departmental meetings, strategic planning initiatives, and professional development activities.



• Document key decisions and maintain clear records for operational accountability.

• Follow and uphold all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and SCIAC rules, academic standards, requirements, and policies of the University, and all guidelines and policies of the Athletics department.



• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of recruitment guidelines, eligibility requirements, and other regulations relevant to the golf programs.



• Align both teams’ goals and operations with university mission and strategic direction.



• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or a designee assigned by the Director of Athletics.

• Design and implement comprehensive, year-round training plans for individual and team golf performance, focused on skill development, strategic awareness, and physical conditioning.



• Implement strategies for technical, tactical, and mental skill development.



• Conduct structured practices and manage in-competition coaching responsibilities.

• Develop and execute a strategic recruiting plan to attract academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.



• Coordinate and evaluate recruiting activities, including digital scouting, off-campus visits, and on-campus recruiting events.



• Maintain ongoing communication with prospective student-athletes and their families, consistent with NCAA Division III and SCIAC guidelines.



• Recruit and enroll 2 to 3 athletes per team, per year.

• Provide visionary leadership for two NCAA collegiate golf programs, men’s and women’s, cultivating an environment centered on competitive integrity, academic achievement, and personal growth.



• Facilitate regular team meetings and leadership development opportunities.



• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within team operations and across campus partnerships.



• Develop and implement a values-driven team culture emphasizing accountability, mutual respect, and sportsmanship.

• Hire, supervise, and mentor assistant coaches and support staff, promoting professional development and collaborative teamwork.



• Ensure effective communication and operational coordination within the coaching staff and athletic department.



• Manage administrative duties related to the soccer program, including scheduling, travel arrangements, budgeting, and compliance with institutional/departmental policies.

• Monitor academic progress and eligibility of all student-athletes in collaboration with academic advising and compliance offices.



• Serve as an academic mentor, making referrals to tutoring and support resources as needed.



• Participate in university retention and orientation programming (e.g., SOAR, advising support).

Location: La Verne Main Campus
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: No

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: http://laverne.edu

Institutional Profile
Located in Southern California, the University of La Verne offers a distinctive and relevant educational experience to a diverse population of students, preparing them for successful careers and a commitment to lifelong learning across the liberal arts and professional programs. The academic units of the not-for-profit university include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Public Management, the LaFetra College of Education, and the College of Law. The university offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, including degree programs tailored for working adults. The university's central campus is located 30 miles east of Los Angeles in the historic Old Town section of La Verne, a city with a population of approximately 35,000 at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. The university also has eight regional campuses throughout California and the College of Law campus in Ontario, California. The university is classified as a Carnegie Doctoral Institution with moderate research activity. Core values are reflected throughout all curricular and co-curricular programs, its emphasis on close professor-student interaction, personal support of its students, and its diversity.

The University of La Verne prides itself in being reflective of the diversity of Southern California. Approximately 80 percent of its nearly 8,500 students come from diverse backgrounds and the U.S. Department of Education has designated the university as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). With 80,000 alumni, the university fulfills a critical community function in educating students from underserved populations, many of whom are the first generation in their family to attend college.

The University of La Verne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employment or employees on any basis prohibited by state and federal law. University of La Verne hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and is consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, medical condition a or sexual orientation

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