Head Golf Coach
22 days ago
Dallas
Job DescriptionBenefits: • Free food & snacks, • Free uniforms Program Leadership & Team Development • Lead all aspects of the Mens and Womens Golf programs, including strategic planning, vision casting, and fostering a Christ-honoring team culture., • Organize and conduct in-season and off-season practices that emphasize skill development, spiritual growth, team unity, and competitive readiness., • Design and implement effective training and competition strategies to prepare teams for consistent participation in regional and national tournaments., • Provide consistent spiritual encouragement and discipleship to student-athletes, both individually and as a team.Recruitment & Retention, • Proactively recruit student-athletes who align with the mission and values of Dallas Christian College and who are committed to both academic success and athletic excellence., • Build strong relationships with high school coaches, club coaches, and prospective student-athletes., • Support student-athletes through intentional mentoring, academic encouragement, and retention-focused engagement.Program Administration, • Manage all scheduling of tournaments, scrimmages, and team events in coordination with the Athletic Director., • Oversee team travel logistics including transportation, lodging, and meals., • Track and maintain accurate records for rosters, eligibility, equipment, and compliance documentation., • Ensure player conduct reflects DCCs behavioral standards on and off the course, modeling Christlike character at all times.Budgeting & Resource Stewardship, • Develop and monitor the golf programs annual budget in partnership with the Athletic Director, ensuring responsible financial planning and spending., • Manage and maintain team equipment and practice facilities in excellent condition.Qualifications, • Education and Experience, • Bachelors degree required., • Prior experience as a collegiate or professional golfer strongly preferred., • Minimum of two years of coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level; collegiate coaching experience preferred., • Demonstrated success in recruiting, mentoring, and developing student-athletes., • Previous experience in Christian higher education or Christ-centered athletics is highly valued., • Skills and Abilities, • Strong understanding of golf fundamentals, individual skill development, tournament preparation, and coaching strategy., • Proven ability to recruit student-athletes who are both athletically skilled and spiritually aligned with the colleges mission., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to build strong relationships with recruits, families, church leaders, and campus stakeholders., • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage scheduling, budgeting, compliance, and team logistics., • Ability to foster a Christ-centered, positive, and disciplined team culture that emphasizes both athletic and spiritual development., • Experience managing budgets, equipment, travel logistics, and fundraising activities., • Proficiency with golf-specific technology platforms, video analysis tools, and general office software., • Desirable Attributes, • Significant travel for recruiting, tournaments, and competitions, including evenings and weekends., • Work includes both office and outdoor environments, with exposure to varying weather conditions during practices and tournaments., • Ability to lift and move golf equipment up to 50 pounds as needed.