Job Summary/Basic Functions

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for the position of Program Coordinator in its PGA Golf Management (PGM) Program. The successful candidate’s primary responsibility is the administration of student cooperative education experiences including site evaluation for selection and placement of students; evaluation of supervising professionals; monitoring the evaluation of process of students and internship sites; and maintaining appropriate co-op documentation. Additional responsibilities include teaching academic and professional development courses; recruiting, advising, and mentoring students; assisting with player development, the tournament program, and other student activities; and assisting with the daily operation of the PGM Program.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline from an accredited college or university at the time of appointment.

Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in the golf industry.

Licensure & Certifications: Applicants should hold PGA or LPGA Class A membership.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree preferred

Job Duties:

• 35% - Successfully administer and supervise the EKU PGM cooperative education program - (Essential)
• 20% - Demonstrate the ability to teach, develop, and implement courses related to one’s curricular area. Maintain an appropriate teaching load as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students - (Essential)
• 20% - Advise students in fulfilling program, departmental, college, and universities requirements - (Essential)
• 15% - Actively participate and support the student player development and recruiting programs - (Essential)
• 10% - Assist the PGM Program Director with the operation and administration of the PGM program - (Essential)