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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202600259S
Title
Coach Associate - Golf
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 5. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Professional
Department
Athletics
Division
Office of the President
Open Date
08/19/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field with one year coaching experience. Coaching experience in golf is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Serves as an assistant coach and performs semi-complex supervisory program work for Sam Houston Golf.
Primary Responsibilities
Teaches/coaches student athletics to perform in Golf. Assists the Head Coach in coaching duties and team supervision. Maintains team discipline and moral standard at all times and on special assignments. Recruits prospective student athletes. Adheres to National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I sports rules, conference bylaws, compliance regulations, and conference recruiting rules and policies. Supports institutional compliance and academic programs and maintains athletic and academic records. Reports all NCAA and conference violations to proper personnel. Teaches, tutors, instructs or lectures student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of their sport. Instructs student athletes in the areas of physical health, team concepts, and safety; designs instructions for individual or team needs. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Must have thorough understanding of NCAA Division I sports rules, compliance regulations and conference recruiting rules and policies. Develops an appropriate rapport with community and university personnel. Knowledgeable of all NCAA and conference rules required. Adheres to NCAA and conference bylaws. Supports institutional compliance and academic programs.
Employment at will serving at the pleasure of the Golf Head Coach and the Athletic Director. Evaluation of performance is based broadly on employee's contributions to the team's performance.
This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48306
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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