Essential Job Functions

• Assist in the supervision and instruction of all practices and competitions.
• Aid in the administrative operations of the programs, including scheduling and team travel.
• Monitor and nurture student-athletes’ academic progress toward graduation and placement at four-year institutions.
• Promote positive public relations for the golf program.
• Provide first aid in emergency situations and complete annual bloodborne pathogen training and CPR certification.
• Perform set-up, tear-downs, and storage of equipment.
• Enforce and maintain all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Golf Coach or administration.
• Regular on-campus and/or onsite attendance is an essential function unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of coaching and/or competing in golf.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
• Strong commitment to high ethical standards and integrity.
• Current driver’s license valid in the State of Iowa and an insurable driving record.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
• Ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher.
• Experience working with college-age athletes.
• Experience with Junior College athletics.
• One-year experience with NJCAA and ICCAC policies.
• Knowledge and experience of general admissions processes and procedures in post-secondary education institutions.

Working Conditions

• Anticipated schedule: approximately 20 hours per week for 16 weeks during the fall semester (August – November) and 16 weeks during the spring semester (February – May). Evenings and weekends are dependent on the seasonal demands of the sport.
• Skills required for succeeding in an outdoor and office environment, using technology.
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, visual acuity to use a keyboard, read technical information, and dexterity for grasping.
• Work environment: combination of indoor and outdoor settings, susceptible to inclement weather.
• Interaction with students, faculty, and staff in person, by telephone, and computer.

Application Procedure

• Complete an online application at Hawkeye Community College Employment
• Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
  • Describe your vision for a positive student-athlete experience.
  • Share your athletic and academic achievements as a team or individually as it relates to golf.
• Submit/upload a resume.
• Submit/upload 3 professional references, with a minimum of 1 from a current/past supervisor.

Priority screening begins on Thursday, August 8, 2024. Completed applications and required materials received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college. This position will remain open until filled.

All application materials must be submitted by Wednesday, August 7, 2024, by 11:59 PM CST.