Assistant Softball Coach/Academic Coordinator

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About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

Albany State University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual for the position of Assistant Softball Coach/Academic Coordinator. This dual role involves assisting in all aspects of the softball program, including coaching, recruiting, and game strategy, while also supporting the academic success of student-athletes. The academic coordinator component of this role involves working in collaboration with the Assistant AD for Student- Athlete Success and Compliance/SWA and the athletics academic advisor

Responsibilities

Assistant Softball Coach (70%):

Assist the Head Coach in developing and implementing practice and game strategies.

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About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

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Job Summary

Albany State University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual for the position of Assistant Softball Coach/Academic Coordinator. This dual role involves assisting in all aspects of the softball program, including coaching, recruiting, and game strategy, while also supporting the academic success of student-athletes. The academic coordinator component of this role involves working in collaboration with the Assistant AD for Student- Athlete Success and Compliance/SWA and the athletics academic advisor

Responsibilities

Assistant Softball Coach (70%):

Assist the Head Coach in developing and implementing practice and game strategies.

Recruit and evaluate high school and junior college talent in compliance with university and NCAA regulations.

Mentor and develop student-athletes, both on and off the field.

Assist in planning and conducting team practices and conditioning programs.

Help coordinate team travel arrangements and logistics.

Participate in community service activities and promote the softball program within

the local and university community.

Academic Coordinator (30%):

Assist in monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes.

Collaborate with the Assistant AD for Student-Athlete Success and

Compliance/SWA and the athletics academic advisor in implementing academic support programs.

Provide guidance to student-athletes on time management, study skills, and academic resources.

Assist in tracking academic eligibility and progress towards degree completion.

Facilitate communication between student-athletes, coaches, and academic staff regarding academic needs and performances.

Help in coordinating study halls and tutoring sessions as necessary.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Previous experience in coaching softball at the collegiate level

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Proposed Salary

Salary range is from $29,569 to $35,000

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Strong commitment to the academic success of student-athletes.

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community members

from diverse backgrounds.

Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

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....

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

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