Disc Golf Club Head Coach

4 days ago

This position is located in Valparaiso IN, United States Valparaiso University Full time

Position Description:

The Disc Golf Club Head Coach will launch and lead Valpo's disc golf program and contribute meaningfully to the broader student experience. This position is equally divided between:

  1. Program Leadership (50%) – Responsible for building, directing, and developing a competitive disc golf program, including recruitment, training, competition, and student mentorship.
  2. Strategic Additional Responsibilities (50%) – Based on the candidate's qualifications and institutional needs, this portion of the role will focus on one or more of the following areas: student recruitment and admissions support, student success programming, club sports administration, athletic facility operations, and/or game/event management.

Major Responsibilities:

Disc Golf Club Head Coach – 50%

  • Coach and organize team practices, competitions, and tournaments.
  • Recruit and retain talented students to participate in the disc golf club program who are aligned with the university's values.
  • Foster a culture of leadership, accountability, and academic success.
  • Represent the program across campus and in the community.
  • Serve as a mentor and role model to students and foster a positive learning environment.
  • Maintain compliance with all institutional policies and safety protocols.

Additional Strategic Duties – 50%:

Assigned based on qualifications and institutional need in one or more of the following areas:

  • Student Recruitment: Serve as admissions counselor, assist with admissions events, tours, and outreach efforts.
  • Student Success: Coordinate programming or serve in a role focused on academic support and/or personal development.
  • Club Sports Operations: Support the administration, scheduling, and oversight of elite club sport programs.
  • Event Management: Assist with the planning and execution of athletic and university events.
  • Facilities Maintenance & Support: Contribute to operations within athletic facilities.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Up to 50% travel
  • Experience in competitive disc golf as a player or coach.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to handle administrative tasks.
  • Ability to take initiative, work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment, and manage multiple priorities.
  • Commitment to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment and to preparing students to lead and serve.
  • Ability to work extended days, weekends, and holidays. Limited travel required.

Other Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a setting of higher education.
  • Experience in coaching or playing disc golf at the collegiate or professional level.


All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.

To be considered for this position, you must upload:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • List of 3 professional references
  • Answer all application questions

Please address the cover letter to:

Chris Smith, Assistant Athletics Director for Campus Recreation & Well-Being
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana

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