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Unioncollege

Head Women's Golf Coach

Schenectady, NY · On-site

$3.0K - $35K/yr

Oversees, organizes, and directs all aspects of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) division III Women's Golf program at Union College, including coaching and mentoring students.

Arcis Golf

Golf Instructor

The Woodlands, TX

Professional Golf Instructor/Coach Club Location: The Woodlands CC, The Woodlands, TX Type of ... Bring your own: * 2 years of college or equivalent experience preferred * Passion for playing and ...

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How much do college golf coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for college golf coach in the United States is $26.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges a college golf coach faces when balancing athletic and academic commitments for student-athletes?

College Golf Coaches often juggle the dual priorities of athletic performance and academic success for their student-athletes. Coordinating practice schedules, travel for tournaments, and training sessions must be carefully balanced with class times and academic obligations. Coaches play a key role in helping students develop strong time management skills and may need to work closely with academic advisors to ensure eligibility and progress toward graduation. Navigating these challenges requires flexibility, proactive planning, and strong communication with both athletes and faculty.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a college golf coach?

To thrive as a College Golf Coach, you need a solid background in golf, coaching experience, and typically a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with golf analytics software, recruiting databases, and NCAA compliance systems is crucial. Leadership, strong communication, and motivational skills are essential for guiding athletes and fostering team cohesion. These abilities ensure effective player development, successful recruitment, and adherence to collegiate athletic standards.

What does a college golf coach do?

A college golf coach is responsible for recruiting student-athletes, organizing team practices and tournaments, developing players' technical and mental skills, and ensuring academic compliance. They create training programs, analyze performance, and provide mentorship on and off the course. Additionally, college golf coaches often handle administrative tasks such as budget management, travel planning, and maintaining equipment.

What is the difference between College Golf Coach vs College Assistant Golf Coach?

AspectCollege Golf CoachCollege Assistant Golf Coach
CredentialsPlaying experience, coaching certifications, bachelor's degreeSimilar credentials, often with less experience
Work EnvironmentLead team, develop strategies, recruit athletesSupport lead coach, assist with training and administrative tasks
Employer & Industry UsageColleges and universities, NCAA or NAIA programsSame as College Golf Coach, often working under the head coach

The main difference between a College Golf Coach and a College Assistant Golf Coach lies in their responsibilities and level of experience. The College Golf Coach leads the team, develops strategies, and recruits players, while the Assistant supports these activities and handles administrative tasks. Both roles require relevant playing or coaching experience and work within college athletic programs.

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Infographic showing various College Golf Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,457 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach

Manhattanville University

Purchase, NY • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation
Effective Date: 3/12/26
# of Direct Reports: 1 # of People Supported: 2
Job Description:
The part-time position is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the Men's & Women's Golf Coach program including coaching, recruiting, practice planning and preparation, competition scheduling, fundraising, budgetary management, strength & conditioning, academic monitoring, and other duties as assigned. Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach in addition to all the requirements detailed in the essential duties and responsibilities section, is recognized as pivotal to, and responsible for, the record of the program as it relates to competitive scheduling, college/community relations and the enhancement and academic achievement of the student-athletes. The position reports to the Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation.
Supervisory/Duties Responsibilities:
Recruiting
  • Oversee and implement all aspects of the recruiting process.

  • Identify and evaluate prospective student athletes

  • Engage in communication with the prospects, parents, coaches, and other advisors through extensive travel, written and verbal correspondence

  • Attract potential student-athletes to Manhattanville University

  • Communicate with Compliance Officer to ensure that all NCAA policies are followed

Coaching
  • Oversee and direct all aspects of coaching during practice and matches

  • Enhance the development of the student-athletes golf skills through team practice and one-on-one instruction

  • Ensure that proper safety procedures are followed by all student-athletes

  • Work with athletics trainers and physicians to implement team wellness and conditioning programs

  • Understand current and changing NCAA, Skyline Conference, Northeast Women's Golf Conference, and Manhattanville Compliance Policy and Procedures as they relate to the golf program

  • Maintain consistent communication with Manhattanville's compliance staff and athletic administrators

  • Fully comply with the rules, regulations, and policies of the NCAA, of the Skyline Conference, Northeast Women's Golf Conference, and of the college and its Athletic Department and take every reasonable precaution to ensure that all members of the soccer staff comply fully with such rules, regulations, and policies

  • Monitor academic progress of student athletes

  • Coordinate the program's fundraising activities alongside the Varsity team's goals

  • Responsible for the scheduling of all contests and procurement of Driving Range and Golf Course Facilities for practices and matches

  • Performs other additional duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

  • Travel required for competitions and recruiting.

  • Perform golf related physical tasks

  • Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students, and alumni

  • Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment

  • Ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches, athletic and university administration.

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
  • Current knowledge of rules and policies of the NCAA Division III

  • Intercollegiate coaching and playing experience

  • Recruiting at a collegiate level

  • CPR/AED Certified

  • Valid Driver's License

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to move sport related equipment such as ball carts, and cones.

  • Ability to physically perform coaching tasks such as demonstrating a drill or technique

  • Perform game-day supervision duties of other sporting events as assigned which could result in lifting items more than 50lbs

Salary:
The annual salary for this position is $13,000.
Hours Expectation:
Part-time, 29 hours or less per week
Housing:
Housing is not provided.
Benefits:
Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page: Manhattanville Benefits
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be invited to interview before the application deadline. We encourage you to apply early, as the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of their employment.
Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. If you are unable to complete this application process, contact Manhattanville Human Resources at human.resources@mville.edu to ask for assistance.

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