Director of Player Development
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Posted Date: Aug 16, 2024
Expired Date: Aug 23, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S12526P
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S12526P
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Director of Player Development
Department
Athletics-Softball
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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 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
08/15/2024
Open until filled
No
Closing Date
08/22/2024
Proposed Starting Date
09/01/2024
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.
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| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Position Summary |
The Coordinator of Player Development for Softball 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.
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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.
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| 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.
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| Percentage of time | 30 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Provide oversight of gameday logistics.
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| Percentage of time | 15 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Other duties as assigned.
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| 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.
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| Recruitment Contact Name | Wendy Gilfedder |
| Recruitment Contact Email | wgilfedder@uga.edu |
| Recruitment Contact Phone | |
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents Optional Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter
SEC Softball (W) 2022–2023
University of Georgia record compared to the conference
| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma | — | 61–1 | 1 | 989 |
| University of Tennessee at Knoxville | — | 51–10 | 6 | 997 |
| University of Texas at Austin | — | 45–15 | 8 | 997 |
| University of Alabama | — | 45–22 | 13 | 997 |
| Auburn University | — | 43–19 | 19 | 975 |
| Louisiana State University | — | 42–17 | 11 | 1000 |
| University of Georgia | — | 42–15 | 16 | 994 |
| University of South Carolina | — | 40–22 | 30 | 1000 |
| University of Arkansas | — | 40–19 | 18 | 1000 |
| University of Florida | — | 38–22 | 24 | 991 |
| University of Missouri | — | 35–26 | 38 | 1000 |
| Texas A&M University | — | 35–21 | 26 | 989 |
| University of Mississippi | — | 32–28 | 35 | 994 |
| University of Kentucky | — | 31–22 | 29 | 997 |
| Mississippi State University | — | 28–25 | 48 | 992 |
University of Georgia Softball (W) History
University of Georgia past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Tony Baldwin |
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– | – |
| 2024-2025 |
Tony Baldwin |
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– | – |
| 2023-2024 |
Tony Baldwin |
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– | – |
| 2022-2023 |
Tony Baldwin |
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– | 42–15 |
| 2021-2022 |
Tony Baldwin |
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– | 43–18 |
| 2020-2021 |
Lu Harris-Champer |
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– | 34–23 |
| 2019-2020 |
Lu Harris-Champer |
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– | 22–5 |
| 2018-2019 |
Lu Harris-Champer |
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– | 42–19 |
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