Head Coach, Men's Golf Job Listing at DePaul University in Chicago, IL (Job ID 1702)

Description

The Highlights: In accordance with the mission of the Department of Athletics, administers the progress and success of the intercollegiate Men's Golf program within the guidelines of the NCAA, the BIG EAST Conference and DePaul University. This includes all pre-season, in-season and post-season activities necessary to the development of a nationally-competitive team.
 

What You'll Do:

• Coordinates the evaluation, recruitment, preparation and development of all student-athletes. Such evaluation and recruitment activities may include, but are not limited to identifying, contacting and recruiting prospective student-athletes by phone, social media, mail and other forms of correspondence; traveling to various locations throughout Chicago and across the country to meet and evaluate in person prospective student-athletes; and operating camps and clinics. Activities to prepare and develop student-athletes may include, but are not limited to planning practice sessions, video analysis of performance, providing feedback and encouraging positive performance. 
• Knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA rules, policies and procedures pertaining to Men's Golf. Attends and participates in monthly NCAA rules compliance meetings. 
• Monitors and encourages the scholastic progress of student-athletes in conjunction with the Athletic Academic Advising Office, so as to promote their academic success. 
• Establishes and maintain quality relationships with alumni and support organizations (University Athletics Board, "D" Club, Blue Crew, etc.) of DePaul University. Serves as the department's liaison on all public relation and promotional activities for the Men's Golf program and work with the Athletic Development Office to solicit gifts. 
• Provides leadership to the assistant coach under supervision. 
• Development of the annual traditional and non-traditional competition schedule in collaboration with the Men's Golf Sport Administrator, in conjunction with NCAA regulations. 
• Responsible for adherence to the program's budget, in conjunction with the Athletic Business Office. Coordinates with the Business Office on travel arrangements, equipment purchases, and expense reports.
• Supervise one part-time Assistant Coach as well as a student manager. Supervise 8-10 student athletes.
• Responsible for operating and staying within the Men's Golf program allocated budget.
   

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree required. 
• 5 - 10 years coaching experience, preferably at the NCAA Division I level.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to handle the physical demands of team practice and competition, with special consideration for the outdoor elements. 
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, current video applications, and current recruiting software. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent organization skills. 
• Excellent time management skills - able to confidently manage competing priorities, multiple tasks, and communication with several internal and external stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated skill and experience in working in a diverse urban and/or intercollegiate athletics environment. 
• Ability and dedication to serve the department, the university and the student-athletes with the highest level of leadership, initiative and integrity.
• Requires working evening, weekend, and university holiday hours, including attending/traveling to all Men's Golf practices and competitions. 
• Occasionally required to drive student-athletes when traveling. 
• Requires sitting, walking and/or standing for extended periods of time. 
• Travel will be required for extended periods of time for competition and recruiting.

  The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $70,000 - $90,000 per year.  The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Vincentian Mission:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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