Assistant Coach, Golf

Simon Fraser University; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Fraser University is seeking a full-time Assistant Coach for their Golf program. The role will support the Head Coach in developing and coaching athletes while fulfilling various responsibilities to enhance the program's competitive edge. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and substantial coaching experience. The position offers benefits including covered PGA dues, health benefits, and vacation.

Benefits

PGA of Canada Dues covered

Extended health benefits package

4 weeks vacation

Qualifications

• 5 years coaching experience with high-performance athletes aged 16+.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred.
• PGA of Canada Apprentice Professional or Class 'A' Professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in practice, match planning, and team management.
• Develop student-athletes and identify potential recruits.
• Act as community liaison for the SFU Golf program.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Ability to work independently

Physical endurance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Simon Fraser University (SFU), a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II institution and a member of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) and Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC), invites qualified candidates to apply for the full-time position of Assistant Coach, Golf.

About the Role

This position is responsible for aiding the Head Coach, Golf in the development and coaching of the Simon Fraser University (“SFU”) Golf program, within the established guidelines and the policies, regulations, and procedures of SFU and the Department of Athletics and Recreation, National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”), and Great Northwest Athletic Conference (“GNAC”).

Reporting to the Head Coach, Golf the Assistant Coach, Golf is responsible for assisting in practice, match planning and team management. This role helps in developing current student-athletes and identifying potential recruits as future SFU student-athletes. In addition, this role will also act as the community liaison for the Simon Fraser Golf program.

Additional responsibilities will include assisting the Head Coach, Golf in all facets of the program to develop a quality National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”) Division II Golf program that will be competitive on the course, in the classroom, and in the community.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 5 years coaching experience with high performance athletes aged 16 years and over (i.e. Provincial, National, University/College). Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred. Professional Golfers’ Association of Canada Apprentice Professional or Class “A” Professional certification or equivalent, with demonstrated knowledge and analysis of golf skill development and excellent instructional ability.

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to deal with discretion in confidential and sensitive issues.
• Ability to problem solve and work independently.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job including, but not limited to, working in inclement weather, physical exertion over sustained periods of time to complete job activities.
• Ability to travel extensively and work evenings and weekends when required.

Additional Information

The assignment end date is July 31, 2026

BENEFITS

• PGA of Canada Dues covered
• Extended health benefits package
• 4 weeks vacation
  

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

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