Director of Player Development/Video & Scouting

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Posting Number

S12379P

Working Title

Director of Player Development/Video & Scouting

Department

Athletics-Baseball

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Working Title

Director of Player Development/Video & Scouting

Department

Athletics-Baseball

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.

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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.

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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

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Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

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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 nontraditional hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to travel. Ability to drive.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

07/17/2024

Open until filled

No

Closing Date

07/24/2024

Proposed Starting Date

08/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

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Position Information

| Classification Title | Athletics Professional | | 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 | | | Position Summary |
This position will work with coaches to understand the performance techniques of players, assess needs, review stats, and thoughtfully implement recommendations to develop and improve skills using sports science technology. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to video analysis, scouting reports, implementing and tracking student-athlete development while ensuring compliance with NCAA and SEC rules and regulations. Responsible for game-day operations and off-the-field activities of student-athletes, including but not limited to providing advice and counsel related to life skills, academic success, personal development, and community involvement; assist with Leadership Council; serve as liaison to high school coaches and GHSA; provide leadership and support programs related to student-athlete wellness. | | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Working knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance practices. - Read, analyze, and interpret collected data from various performance systems such as Rapsodo and Blast Motion. - Basic understanding of Synergy/Dartfish Video sharing system. - Basic to advanced understanding of Trackman Radar/FlightScope System. - Ability to run video software. - Familiarity with basic softball analytics. - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret collected data Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Communicate effectively, both verbal and written. | | Physical Demands |
- Stand; walk; use hands and reach with hands and arms. - Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. - 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. | | Background Investigation Policy |
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 Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |

Duties/Responsibilities

| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Work with coaches to understand the performance techniques of players, assess needs, review stats, and thoughtfully implement recommendations to develop and improve skills using various tools, reports, and sports science technology. - Responsibilities include, but are not limited to video analysis, scouting reports, implementing and tracking student-athlete development. - Communicate plans, goals, and progress with coaches and relevant staff throughout checkpoints. - Work closely with coaches to implement technology-oriented projects related to various aspects of position player development. | | Percentage of time | 50 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Responsible for off-the-field activities of student athletes, including but not limited to providing advice and counsel related to life skills, academic success, personal development, and community involvement and engagement. | | Percentage of time | 30 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Provide oversight of gameday logistics. | | Percentage of time | 15 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Other duties as assigned. | | 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 Optional Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter

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