Head Golf Coach
University in Valparaiso, Indiana is looking for a Head Golf Coach.

Position Overview:
Launch and lead Valpo’s disc golf program and contribute meaningfully to the broader student experience. This position is equally divided between:
1. Program Leadership (50%) – Responsible for building, directing, and developing a competitive disc golf program, including recruitment, training, competition, and student mentorship.
2. Strategic Additional Responsibilities (50%) – Based on the candidate’s qualifications and institutional needs, this portion of the role will focus on one or more of the following areas: student recruitment and admissions support, student success programming, club sports administration, athletic facility operations, and/or game/event management.

Major Responsibilities:

Disc Golf Club Head Coach – 50%
• Coach and organize team practices, competitions, and tournaments.
• Recruit and retain talented students to participate in the disc golf club program who are aligned with the university’s values.
• Foster a culture of leadership, accountability, and academic success.
• Represent the program across campus and in the community.
• Serve as a mentor and role model to students and foster a positive learning environment.
• Maintain compliance with all institutional policies and safety protocols.

Additional Strategic Duties – 50%:
Assigned based on qualifications and institutional need in one or more of the following areas:
• Student Recruitment: Serve as admissions counselor, assist with admissions events, tours, and outreach efforts.
• Student Success: Coordinate programming or serve in a role focused on academic support and/or personal development.
• Club Sports Operations: Support the administration, scheduling, and oversight of elite club sport programs.
• Event Management: Assist with the planning and execution of athletic and university events.
• Facilities Maintenance & Support: Contribute to operations within athletic facilities.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Experience in competitive disc golf as a player or coach.
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to handle administrative tasks.
Ability to take initiative, work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment, and manage multiple priorities.
Commitment to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment and to preparing students to lead and serve.
Ability to work extended days, weekends, and holidays. Limited travel required.
Experience working in a setting of higher education.
Experience in coaching or playing disc golf at the collegiate or professional level.

How to apply:
Please apply via the URL provided.

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