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Position Information

Position Title Athletics - Head Men's Golf Coach (Part-Time)
Classification Title Administrative Part Time (.1-.74 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility

Department Athletics
Job Description
Hope College has an immediate opening for the position of Head Men's Golf Coach. This is a part-time position.

Responsibilities include:

• Ability to inspire and effectively lead a collegiate golf program through student-athlete development and mentoring, in and out of competition, building a strong culture of excellence.
• Effective and dynamic recruiting of student-athletes to Hope College to participate in the golf program.
• A demonstrated understanding of the philosophy of Division III athletics at Hope College.
• A commitment to fostering athletic and personal growth while providing transformational experiences for our student-athletes.

Applications will be reviewed immediately until the position is filled. This position will start after May 15, 2026. We will be flexible with current coaches and their schedules as we work through the hiring process. Please reach out if you have any concerns about timing or your current employment. As part of the online application found at hope.edu/jobs, candidates will need to upload the following documents:

• Letter of Application
• Resume
• Contact information for three references
• A teaching statement describing one's:
  a) Coaching/teaching philosophy, and
  b) Commitment to coaching/teaching at a Christian liberal arts college.

Please direct inquiries regarding the position to Tim Schoonveld (schoonveld@hope.edu), Director of Athletics.

Hope College is a Christian, co-educational, residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Reformed Church in America. The college places a high priority on maintaining a supportive environment that recognizes the importance of diverse faculty and staff to best prepare our students for successful careers in our multicultural nation and global community. Applicants from diverse backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply. Hope College is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications
A bachelor's degree is required, as is a commitment to the character and goals of a liberal arts college with a Christian perspective.

Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2023-360SR
Job Posting Open Date 02/09/2026
Job Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship No
Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Statement

Optional Documents