The Head Golf Coach is responsible for various aspects of the Golf Program, such as recruiting within the school, scheduling opponents (in conjunction with the Athletic Director), training, and coaching team members. The Head Golf Coach is required to abide the PIAA/WPIAL rules and regulations as well as the rules and regulations set by the Ringgold School District Board of Directors and the athletic administration at Ringgold.  

Job Specifications: In order to be successful in this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.  

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required):  

• 1-3 years of experience coaching golf at the high school level (head coaching experience preferred). 
• Mustpossess effective coaching techniques and skills.  
• Mustpossess knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.  
• Mustpossess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, governing organizations (PIAA/WPIAL), opponents, staff, parents, and students.  

 

Essential Responsibilities:  

• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in golf.  
• Coordinate the development,promotion and recruitment for the Golf Program. 
• Hold organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes toparticipate in the Golf Program.  
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals andobjectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.  
• Work with outside organizations toestablish a curriculum at the elementary school levels, as well as coordinating the implementation of summer camps for youth and community students.  
• Establishperformance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.  
• Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development. 
• Hold a preseason meeting with all student athletes and parents before the first official match.· Assess players’ skills and assign team positions. 
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation. 
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property. 
• Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation at all times. 
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing/bullying. 
• Maintainand secure all golf equipment and uniforms.  
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment. 
• Maintainrecords to ensure compliance with all pertinent PIAA/WPIAL regulations, including eligibility forms, transfer forms, and grade reports, and ensure that regulations are followed.  
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulationswith regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.  
• Assist student athletes with college recruitment. 
• Assist the Athletic Director with the scheduling of matches andcoordinate arrangements.  
• Act as a team representative and promote the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations. 
• Participatein special activities to include senior night, banquets, award nights and pep assemblies.  
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary,regarding athletic performance of their student.  
• Follow established proceduresin the event of an athlete’s injury.  
• Represent the Ringgold School District and the Golf Program in a professional manner. 
• Maintainnondiscriminatory practices in all activities.  
• Attendstaff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.  
• Perform any other relatedduties as assigned by the Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.  

 

Additional Knowledge/Skills/Attributes:  

Knowledge:  

• Comprehensive knowledge of the game is paramount. Extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures. 
• Knowledge of NFHS, PIAA, and WPIAL rules. 
• Demonstratedability to instruct and supervise student athletes.  

 

Skills:  

• The applicant mustpossess the ability to communicate in spoken and written word.  
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• The applicant mustpossess the ability to relate to students and to teach them on and off the field.  
• The applicant must be willing to accepta high level of accountability.  
• The applicant mustpossess the ability to assess players and coaches effectively.  

 

Attributes:  

• The applicant should be professionally calm and motivationally intense. 
• The applicant should be a progressive thinker but a believer in planning and preparation.