Blue Ridge Unified School District
Head Golf Coach High School
Reports to: Athletic Director and Principal
Compensation: Stipend
Position Overview
Serve as the lead coach and program coordinator for the high schools golf team. You will be responsible for coaching scheduling logistics administration and student-athlete development in accordance with district AIA and NFHS rules and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan organize and lead golf practices and matchesdeveloping skills in fundamentals strategy and physical conditioning.
- Recruit team members from the student body and foster interest in the golf program.
- Coordinate match schedules secure venues and manage travel in collaboration with the athletic director.
- Ensure compliance with AIA/USGA/NFHS rules as well as district-level policies code of conduct and safety protocols.
- Supervise assistants support staff and parent volunteers (as allowed by district guidelines) during practices matches and travel.
- Promote positive sportsmanship moral values self-discipline inclusivity and academic eligibility among student-athletes.
- Manage administrative tasks such as attendance records insurance equipment inventory and fundraising logistics.
- Assist in team eventssuch as year-end banquets parent/player orientation and team awards program.
Qualifications
- NFHS level I Fundamentals of Coaching certification and specific modules including Concussion Awareness Sudden Cardiac Arrest Heat Illness Prevention and Protecting Students from Abuse (per AIA requirements).
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (in-person hands-on typically required).
- Arizona IVP Level One fingerprint clearance card and background check clearance.
- Valid Arizona drivers license with a clean driving record and willingness to drive students to matches or practice venues.
- Preferred: prior experience as a head or assistant golf coach and/or substantial knowledge of golf fundamentals.
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent communication skills with student-athletes parents school staff and community members.
- Strong organizational ability for scheduling fundraising and logistical planning.
- Commitment to coaching ethics safety and athlete developmentincluding mental resilience course management and continuous improvement.
- Ability to foster a sense of team culture inclusivity and fun through creative practices and team-building activities.