Head Golf Coach

Montana Tech; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Wellness program

Possible remote work days

Job summary

Montana Tech Athletics is seeking a Head Golf Coach to lead the men’s and women’s golf programs in Butte, MT. The role focuses on coaching, instruction, recruiting, and student-athlete development, with responsibilities including planning practices and competitions, providing technical guidance, and building a positive team culture.

The Head Coach will work closely with the Athletic Department to support travel planning, eligibility, and logistics, enabling a focus on coaching excellence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Knowledge of golf fundamentals, technique, strategy, and player development.
• Experience coaching, teaching, instructing, or developing golfers.
• Ability to recruit, develop, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building.
• Commitment to student-athlete academic success and development.
• Ability to lead a positive, accountable team culture.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license for team travel.
• Commitment to complying with NAIA/Frontier rules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct practices with emphasis on instruction.
• Provide technical and strategic instruction to players.
• Coach during competitions and evaluate performance.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes and manage recruitment.
• Develop student-athlete academics and personal growth.
• Foster positive, competitive team culture aligned with NAIA.
• Coordinate with Athletic Department on travel, eligibility, and logistics.

Skills

Golf fundamentals

Coaching

Recruiting

Communication

Team leadership

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Job Title: Head Golf Coach

Department: Athletics

Employment Type: Temporary/Part-Time

Location: Butte, MT (Campus-Based)

Applications received by November 1, 2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Montana Tech Athletics is seeking a Head Golf Coach to lead its men’s and women’s golf programs.

The Head Coach will focus primarily on what matters most to the success of the program: coaching, instruction, recruiting, and student-athlete development. Responsibilities include planning and conducting practices, providing individual and team instruction, coaching during competition, recruiting prospective student-athletes, and building a positive and competitive team culture.

The Montana Tech Athletic Department will provide support for many of the program’s administrative and operational responsibilities, including eligibility and compliance, travel planning and arrangements, and other team logistics, allowing the Head Coach to focus on coaching and developing student-athletes.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong knowledge of golf, the ability to teach and develop players, and a commitment to building positive relationships with student-athletes. Previous coaching or instructional experience is preferred, but candidates with a strong golf background and the ability to lead, teach, recruit, and connect with student-athletes are encouraged to apply.

Montana Tech Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-athlete experience while competing at a championship level in the Frontier Conference and NAIA.

Duties:

The Head Golf Coach is responsible for the leadership and operation of Montana Tech’s men’s and women’s golf programs, with primary emphasis on student-athlete instruction, coaching, development, and recruitment. Duties include planning and conducting practices, providing technical and strategic instruction, coaching during competition, evaluating and recruiting prospective student-athletes, and fostering a positive team culture consistent with Montana Tech Athletics and NAIA expectations.

The position will work collaboratively with the Athletic Department, which will provide support for many administrative functions, including student-athlete eligibility and compliance, travel planning and arrangements, scheduling logistics, purchasing, and other operational responsibilities. This structure is intended to allow the Head Coach to focus primarily on coaching, recruiting, student-athlete development, and competitive success.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the game of golf, including fundamentals, technique, strategy, and player development.
• Experience coaching, teaching, instructing, or developing golfers.
• Ability to recruit, develop, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, prospective student-athletes and their families, campus partners, alumni, and supporters.
• Commitment to student-athlete academic success, personal development, sportsmanship, and well-being.
• Ability to lead and foster a positive, accountable, and competitive team culture.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as required for practices, competitions, and recruiting.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one as required for team travel.
• Commitment to complying with Montana Tech, Frontier Conference, and NAIA rules, policies, and expectations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience coaching or instructing golf and demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and build positive relationships with student-athletes.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

• Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.

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Benefits Package

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

*Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.