This position is responsible for assisting in coaching the university¿s women¿s basketball program and for directing and coaching the university¿s men¿s cross-country program.
Responsibilities
Assists in planning and managing practices and game day activities. (40%) Instructs, coaches, and motivates players.
Recruits student athletes. (20%) Attends high school games. Evaluates players. Communicates with coaches and players.
Advises and monitors the academic progress of student athletes. (10%) Provides advice and support to struggling students. Monitors student athletes¿ community service. Ensures compliance with eligibility requirements.
Maintains equipment and supply inventory. (10%) Purchases program equipment. Submits requisitions for equipment purchases.
Coordinates team travel. (10%) Reserves transportation for away games. Prepares expense reports and travel authorizations. Coordinates meals and hotels.
Performs a variety of related duties. (10%)
Required Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field required. More than one year of related experience required. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver¿s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing intercollegiate sports. Knowledge of college-level athletic program management principles. Knowledge of basketball rules and procedures. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. Skill in the coaching and training of student athletes. Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions. Skill in oral and written communication.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at hr@gsw.edu .
For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu .
USG Core Values
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.
Other Information
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK The work consists of varied coaching duties. The variety of tasks to be overseen contributes to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to assist in coaching the university¿s men¿s basketball program. Success in this position results in the successful provision of programming to university students.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell. The work is typically performed in an office and in athletics facilities.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include NCAA rules and regulations, Peach Belt Conference rules and regulations, Board of Regents policies and procedures, and university policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.