Department: Univ Athletics-Golf
Salary/Grade: EXS/32

Job Summary:

The Assistant Men’s Golf Coach reports to the Director of Golf and Player Development and assists in all aspects of the program.  This is approximately a12 month position payable over a 12-month period. Specific work schedule to be determined upon hire. This is a full-time benefits eligible appointment that is renewable on a contract basis.

*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required. *

Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

Specific Responsibilities:

Coaching: Primarily Men’s Golf

•       Assist the Head Coach in coaching and training the Men’s Golf team. 

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Department: Univ Athletics-Golf
Salary/Grade: EXS/32

Job Summary:

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The Assistant Men’s Golf Coach reports to the Director of Golf and Player Development and assists in all aspects of the program.  This is approximately a12 month position payable over a 12-month period. Specific work schedule to be determined upon hire. This is a full-time benefits eligible appointment that is renewable on a contract basis.

*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required. *

Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

Specific Responsibilities:

Coaching: Primarily Men’s Golf

•       Assist the Head Coach in coaching and training the Men’s Golf team. 

•       Assist with the development and execution of practice.

•       Assist with coaching Men’s Golf during practice and competitions.

•       Coordinate logistics (transportation, lodging, meals, etc.) for away competitions.

•       Assist in developing and enhancing the program both competitively and culturally through decision-making, leadership, and setting and meeting objectives.

Administrative: Both Men’s and Women’s Golf

•       Help with team travel specifically by being the liaison to our Anthony Travel Representative for air, bus, and mini-van travel arrangements for competition and practice trips.

•       In cooperation with Compliance staff, maintain countable athletically related activity (CARA) logs and practice schedules; input all practice and playing schedules into Teamworks.

•       Support the Athletic Communications department and Marketing department in publicizing and marketing the golf programs.

•       Work with team equipment manager to place yearly orders and organize equipment for team travel; collaborate with equipment manager for distribution of shoes and clothing.

•       Assist in organizing and running annual home tournaments, The Windy City Collegiate and the Windon Memorial Classic

•       Support Director of Golf in fundraising efforts and help organize and run the annual fundraiser to support men’s and women’s golf, Wildcat Golf Day

Recruiting

•       Assist with the recruiting for the golf programs maintain database in ARMS, identify and correspond with qualified prospective student-athletes (mailings, phone & email correspondence); schedule on-campus/off-campus visits and create itineraries; establish and maintain all files on prospective student-athletes for admissions; evaluate prospects off-campus throughout the year as allowed by NCAA rules.

•       Develop and maintain all recruiting documents and materials as deemed necessary and appropriate with adherence to rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

•       Develop strong relationships with coaches all over the world.

Other

•       Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

•       Attend meetings, conferences, training sessions, community service events, etc. as required.

•       Report issues and concerns to the Head Coach and/or Sport Administrator and faithfully and diligently carry out other Department related duties as assigned.

•       Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports in the Intercollegiate and Recreational programs.

•       Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

•       Responsible for adhering to all Department and University continuing education initiatives and required certifications and trainings.

•       Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

•       Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.

•       Previous experience coaching and/or teaching golf.

•       Previous experience as a collegiate golfer

•       Strong written and oral communication skills.

•       Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, Big Ten Conference and Northwestern University preferred.

•       Valid Driver’s License

•       Must be authorized to work in the United States

•       Willingness and ability to work, as well as travel, mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

•       Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

•       Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment and manage stressful situations

•       Ability to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact with diverse populations.

•       Ability to establish engaging relationships within and across racialized and other marginalized communities

•       Commitment to successful athletics within the context of an academically challenging university

 

_ Benefits: _
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_ Work-Life and Wellness: _
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We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/b...to learn more.

_ Professional Growth & Development: _
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Target hiring range for this position will be between $49,000-$50,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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