Head Golf Coach – Enrollment Counselor April 2024

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Title: Head Golf Coach/ Enrollment Counselor
Date: March 2024
FLSA Status: Exempt – Full-time, 12-month position
Salary: $36,000 per year
Reports to: Associate Director of Enrollment Communication and Database Management
and the Athletic Director

Cottey College is seeking an individual to serve as the Head Golf Coach and Enrollment
Counselor. This position is dedicated 0.5 FTE to serve as the Head Golf Coach and 0.5 FTE to
serve as an enrollment counselor. This is a full-time position with benefits. This position
requires the ability to work extended hours during certain periods (particularly during Golf
Season), which will include evenings and weekends to meet objectives.

Head Golf Coach Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Athletic Director,
performs a wide range of functions related to the development and implementation of a
competitive golf program. The individual should place an emphasis on the academic
success of the student athletes, while also meeting the roster size expectations for the
program. This program competes in the American Midwest Conference (AMC) within

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Title: Head Golf Coach/ Enrollment Counselor
Date: March 2024
FLSA Status: Exempt – Full-time, 12-month position
Salary: $36,000 per year
Reports to: Associate Director of Enrollment Communication and Database Management
and the Athletic Director

Cottey College is seeking an individual to serve as the Head Golf Coach and Enrollment
Counselor. This position is dedicated 0.5 FTE to serve as the Head Golf Coach and 0.5 FTE to
serve as an enrollment counselor. This is a full-time position with benefits. This position
requires the ability to work extended hours during certain periods (particularly during Golf
Season), which will include evenings and weekends to meet objectives.

Head Golf Coach Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Athletic Director,
performs a wide range of functions related to the development and implementation of a
competitive golf program. The individual should place an emphasis on the academic
success of the student athletes, while also meeting the roster size expectations for the
program. This program competes in the American Midwest Conference (AMC) within
the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet annual roster size projections in regard to the number of student-athletes

recruited and retained to participate within the program.

• Maintain eligibility certification standards among student-athletes within the

program.

• Develop a season schedule conducive to the academic requirements of the

student-athletes.

• Plan and oversee daily and weekly practice schedule itineraries.
• Manage the golf program budget and other pertinent resources.
• Administer the golf program in accordance with college policies and procedures.
• Possess a valid Missouri motor vehicle operator's license (Class E) for driving

college vehicles.

• Maintain the cleanliness of uniforms and golf gear with the assistance of a team

manager.

• Maintain stats on the NAIA website.
• Pursue this job in accordance with the mission and goals of the College and

within the rules and regulations established by the AMC and NAIA.
• Participates in departmental community services and fundraising efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Enrollment Counselor Job Summary: Under the general direction of the associate
director of admissions, the enrollment counselor works in an assigned either a domestic or

international recruitment territory to perform a wide range of admission, financial aid,
marketing, public relations, and recruiting duties to articulate the vision and mission of
Cottey College. The enrollment counselor will advise and counsel prospective students and
families regarding admission procedures and financial aid processes, and provide an
overview of Cottey’s philosophy and history, academic programs and curriculum, campus
organizations, resources and services, student activities, and residential life to multiple
internal and external constituencies. The position requires alternative work hours outside
of a traditional 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. work week with some weekends as well as some limited
travel within an assigned recruitment territory.

Duties and Responsibilities
Identify, recruit, and enroll prospective students through:

• Written, oral, and electronic communication during one-on-one, small group, or

formal presentations.

• Planning and executing special events.
• Managing all aspects of a domestic territory including recruitment travel and

building and maintaining relationships with high school counselors, community-
based organizations, alumnae, and P.E.O. members.

• Attending college fairs, hosting student gatherings, meeting with students and
families individually or in small groups at high schools, and community or on-
campus visits.

• Participation in office- and campus-wide recruitment activities including the student
ambassador organization, campus visitation programs, New Student Orientation,
and tele-recruiting, among others.

• Full involvement with enterprise-wide technical platforms and web-based services

related to all enrollment management areas including online applications,
registration, and deposits.

• Database management of prospective students through every stage of the

enrollment process.

• The review of applications, evaluation of academic records, and computation of

grade point averages.

• Maintain associations with local and state enrollment organizations to help provide
input regarding current admission procedures and practices as well as ideas and
suggestions for improvement.

• Be an active member of the Cottey community.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products, online applications, and social media

tools.

• Ability to be a team player, work collaboratively, be a leader, and work

independently; demonstrate self-direction and motivation; creatively solve
problems; establish priorities and effectively manage time and budgets.
• Ability to work with people of all backgrounds and experiences; effectively

communicate the College’s policy guidelines to a diverse group of constituents.

Credentials and Experience

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Admission experience preferred.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Special Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain a Class E driver’s license.

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