Head Golf Coach – Men & Women | Lead, Recruit, Develop

Millsaps College; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Millsaps College in Jackson, MS seeks a Head Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach to lead both programs, recruit players, and manage staff and budgets. This on-site role requires strong leadership to foster NCAA Division III values and academic success.

The position entails evening/weekend work, travel, and development of student-athletes and coaches, while coordinating with the Director of Athletics to implement strategic plans and fund-raising initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in physical education, kinesiology or a relevant field; Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years successful college/high school coaching experience; Division III experience preferred
• CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain within 3 months of employment required
• Proven ability to promote a positive team environment and cultivate good morale
• Highly organized, creative problem-solver who takes initiative

Responsibilities

• Recruit and evaluate high school and college athletes within NCAA Division III guidelines
• Provide on-field coaching of athlete skill development and assistant coach development
• Hire, supervise, and develop an assistant coach
• Balance yearly program budget and oversee travel logistics
• Organize team practices and travel schedules
• Lead fundraising programs to augment operations budget
• Maintain communication with parents and alumnae
• Oversee equipment inventory and facility maintenance
• Participate in other College/ Athletics Department duties as assigned

Skills

Coaching & leadership

Recruitment

Budget management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in physical education or kinesiology

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Millsaps College in Jackson, MS seeks a Head Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach to lead both programs, recruit players, and manage staff and budgets. This on-site role requires strong leadership to foster NCAA Division III values and academic success.

The position entails evening/weekend work, travel, and development of student-athletes and coaches, while coordinating with the Director of Athletics to implement strategic plans and fund-raising initiatives.