Disc Golf Club Head Coach

Inside Higher Ed; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable university is seeking a Disc Golf Club Head Coach to launch and lead its disc golf program. Responsibilities include coaching team practices, recruiting students, and maintaining compliance with university policies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and experience in competitive disc golf. This role requires strong leadership and organizational skills and offers a meaningful contribution to the student experience.

Qualifications

• Required a Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience in competitive disc golf as a player or coach.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coach and organize team practices and competitions.
• Recruit and retain students for the disc golf club program.
• Maintain compliance with institutional policies and safety protocols.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

The Disc Golf Club Head Coach will launch and lead Valparaiso University\'s disc golf program and contribute meaningfully to the broader student experience. This position is focused on two main areas: Program Leadership (50%) and Strategic Additional Responsibilities (50%).

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 and admissions support, student success programming, club sports administration, athletic facility operations, and/or game/event management.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor\'s Degree Required
• Up to 50% travel
• 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

Other Qualifications

• Experience working in a setting of higher education
• Experience in coaching or playing disc golf at the collegiate or professional level

All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.