Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, Softball

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About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Location

Dahlonega

Job Summary

The assistant coach is responsible for assisting the head coach in managing all aspects of the softball program while fostering and encouraging the goals of student-athletes, and stresses the elements of sportsmanship and fair play. As the Recruiting Coordinator for the softball program, the role will lead all recruitment efforts, identifying, evaluating and securing top-tier talent and ensuring a strong pipeline of student-athletes. In addition to recruiting, the role invovles assisting the head coach in player development, team strategy and day-to-day program operations. The posiiton facilitates the mission, policies and procedures of UNG, the Peach Belt Conference and the NCAA.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Coach in conducting the program according to all university, conference and NCAA rules, regulations, guidelines and standards
• Leads the recruitment efforts, including scouting, evaluating, and communicating with prospective student-athletes
• Assists in scheduling and supervision of regular practice, individual and sports performance sessions. Assist with coordinating travel plans for all competition, practice and extracurricular events

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Location

Dahlonega

Job Summary

The assistant coach is responsible for assisting the head coach in managing all aspects of the softball program while fostering and encouraging the goals of student-athletes, and stresses the elements of sportsmanship and fair play. As the Recruiting Coordinator for the softball program, the role will lead all recruitment efforts, identifying, evaluating and securing top-tier talent and ensuring a strong pipeline of student-athletes. In addition to recruiting, the role invovles assisting the head coach in player development, team strategy and day-to-day program operations. The posiiton facilitates the mission, policies and procedures of UNG, the Peach Belt Conference and the NCAA.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Coach in conducting the program according to all university, conference and NCAA rules, regulations, guidelines and standards
• Leads the recruitment efforts, including scouting, evaluating, and communicating with prospective student-athletes
• Assists in scheduling and supervision of regular practice, individual and sports performance sessions. Assist with coordinating travel plans for all competition, practice and extracurricular events
• Utilize technology and data analytics to enhance player development, including video analysis, performance tracking, and training tools
• Monitoring academic success and progress towards graduation for all student-athletes involved in the program. Provide each student-athlete with the instruction, resources and leadership to develop to their full potential; develop quality student-athletes within a successful program while maintaining the highest level of integrity and professionalism
• Communicates and develops rapport with students, parents, alumni, faculty/staff and administration; engages in public relation activities; participates in a variety of fundraising activities; promotes UNG and the program in a positive manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Sr. Associate Athletic Director or Director of Athletics

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of softball with the ability to improve individual techniques/skills and game strategy
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Strong computer skills
• High ethical standards
• Ability to relate work with a diverse faculty, staff, students and other publics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Four years of professional and/or collegiate playing or coaching experience required
• Must be able to obtain CPR and AED Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education