Staff

Head Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach

Athletics

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Blackburn College invites applications for a dynamic Head Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach to lead and grow our NCAA Division III golf programs. This full-time position offers the unique opportunity to develop championship-caliber teams while taking full advantage of Blackburn’s brand-new, state-of-the-art Golf Performance Center.

Spanning 1,900 square feet, this cutting-edge training facility features two golf simulators and an indoor pitching and putting green, making it one of the premier on-campus golf training facilities in the region. The selected candidate will not only serve as the head coach, but also oversee the daily operations of this facility and play a key role in student-athlete development, recruitment, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Staff

Head Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach

Athletics

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Blackburn College invites applications for a dynamic Head Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach to lead and grow our NCAA Division III golf programs. This full-time position offers the unique opportunity to develop championship-caliber teams while taking full advantage of Blackburn’s brand-new, state-of-the-art Golf Performance Center.

Spanning 1,900 square feet, this cutting-edge training facility features two golf simulators and an indoor pitching and putting green, making it one of the premier on-campus golf training facilities in the region. The selected candidate will not only serve as the head coach, but also oversee the daily operations of this facility and play a key role in student-athlete development, recruitment, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a strategic plan for the Men’s & Women’s Golf Programs.
• Recruit, train, and mentor student-athletes, fostering success both athletically and academically.
• Create a winning culture built on integrity, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Oversee scheduling, travel, budgeting, and compliance with college, conference, and governing body regulations.
• Engage with campus and community to promote program growth and visibility.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Previous coaching experience (head or assistant) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA III rules and regulations
• Proven ability to recruit and develop student-athletes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel for recruiting and competitions.

The salary range for this position will be $50,000-$55,000 per year.

Blackburn College features a robust benefits package. For additional information, please visit https://blackburn.edu/about/administr... and click on the Employee Benefits Summary Tab.

Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references to:  Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL  62626 or email hr@blackburn.edu. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.  

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