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Viterbo University invites applications for the position of part-time Women's Golf Head Coach. This position is a part-time, 10-month position. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the women's golf program while supporting the academic, athletic, and personal development of student-athletes.
The Head Coach provides leadership for all aspects of the women's golf program, including recruiting student-athletes, conducting practices, preparing for competition, managing program operations, and supporting academic success. The coach serves as an ambassador for Viterbo University by building relationships with prospective students, alumni, supporters, and community partners.
The successful candidate will be committed to developing student-athletes on and off the course while embracing the NAIA Champions of Character values of respect, responsibility, integrity, servant leadership, and sportsmanship. The Head Coach is responsible for promoting program success while ensuring compliance with University, conference, and NAIA regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Organize and oversee all aspects of intercollegiate athletics team.
- Recruit student-athletes to Viterbo University.
- Plan practices, prepare team for competition, coordinate off-season training program.
- Schedule competition, coordinate travel, and manage budget.
- Monitor and foster academic progress of student-athletes.
- Coordinate team involvement with community outreach or service projects.
- Generate booster club support and assist with departmental fundraisers.
- Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches.
- Support and adhere to all institutional policies outlined in the employee handbook.
- Teach and embrace the five core values of the NAIA's "Champions of Character" initiative.
- Ensure that all program operations are compliant with Viterbo University and NAIA rules.
- Attend all required departmental, university, and conference meetings.
- Fulfill other responsibilities as delegated or assigned by the Associate Athletics Director.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
- Background in education, coaching, athletics administration, or a related field preferred.
- Previous successful coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Viterbo's mission and values.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel for recruiting and team competitions.
- Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
Skills
- Thorough knowledge of the sport and the ability to effectively teach fundamentals, skill development, and competitive strategies.
- Commitment to supporting the academic success, personal development, and well-being of student-athletes.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to recruit, motivate, and retain student-athletes who are a good fit for the University's mission and athletic program.
- Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, families, alumni, supporters, and campus partners.
- Working knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other technology platforms used to support recruiting, communication, and program administration.
To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest highlighting your experiences to support your candidacy., CV/resume, and three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Contact: Ryan Thibodeau, Associate Director of Athletics, at rmthibodeau@viterbo.edu or 608-796-3825
About the University: Viterbo University is a Catholic, Franciscan, liberal arts institution located in scenic La Crosse, Wisconsin, which has been rated as one of the top places to live in the US. The region features an attractive cost of living, beautiful bluffs and coulees, three major rivers including the Mississippi River, world-class health care and education systems, and easy access to major cities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.
The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IX's mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students, employees, applicants for employment, and other persons in all aspects of the university's programs, activities, and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator, to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, or to both.
Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at www.viterbo.edu/titleix.