Assistant Soccer Coach

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Posting Details

Posting Number

S11464P

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Posting Number

S11464P

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Working Title

Assistant Soccer Coach

Department

Athletics-Soccer

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Ability to work non-traditional work hours that include nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours will vary based on practice, competition, and recruiting schedules.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

12/22/2023

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

02/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Information

Classification Title

Coach

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.  Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

2-4 years of successful collegiate coaching experience at the Division I level.

Position Summary

Responsible for providing assistance to the Head Coach in assigned areas of the intercollegiate soccer program. This employee will assist the head coach in coaching, planning, organizing, directing, recruiting, and implementing all phases of a Division I soccer program as well as assist in all areas of team performance which includes but is not limited to pre-season, post-season training, practice and competition, and academic progress.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Possess good organizational, communication and public relations skills. Ability to evaluate and compare athletic talent for potential growth and development of student-athletes. Successful recruiting experience. Ability to comprehend and adhere to NCAA, SEC, and institutional policies and procedures in the sport of soccer. Effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals, customers, and the general public. Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only a limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

Stand; walk; use hands and reach with arms and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level during practice and sporting events can reach a high decibel level.  Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, and peripheral vision.  Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Evaluating, scouting and recruiting qualified student-athletes to the University of Georgia whose athletic and personal skills make them highly competitive in the SEC and nationally, and whose academic potential makes them good candidates for a meaningful academic experience and graduation at the University of Georgia.

Percentage of time

35

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist in conducting and evaluating all practice sessions and games.

Percentage of time

25

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist the head coach and Academic Advisors in monitoring the academic performance and general well-being of student-athletes.

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

Understanding and adhering to NCAA, SEC and Athletic Association rules specifically related to recruitment and to the on-going performance of duties within an NCAA Division I soccer program.

Percentage of time

10

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist in the planning and designing of a yearly soccer training program; assisting in the planning and designing of specific strength and conditioning sessions for student-athletes in cooperation with the Head Strength & Conditioning and Head Soccer Coach

Percentage of time

10

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Percentage of time

5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. 

Recruitment Contact Name

Wendy Gilfedder

Recruitment Contact Email

wgilfedder@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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