Graduate Assistant (EX)

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Position Details

Posting Number

G/R25044P

Working Title

Graduate Assistant (EX)

Department

Athletics-Olympic Sports Strgt

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Posting Number

G/R25044P

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Working Title

Graduate Assistant (EX)

Department

Athletics-Olympic Sports Strgt

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

Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2024

Posting Date

04/08/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EOO 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).

Duties/Responsibilities

Position Details

Position Information

| Classification Title | Graduate Assistant | | FLSA | Exempt | | UGA Job Code | | | FTE | 0.50 | | Minimum Qualifications | | | Position Summary |
Assigned 2 teams:
Equestrian
Cheerleading& Dance Dawgs

Assist with other teams

Strength Training

* Consult with coaching staff to determine season strength goals and expectations

* Develop a plan to meet team strength goals and expectations

* Implement and track the strength program with the team, modifying where necessary, while keeping the coaching staff informed

* Teach proper lifting techniques

* Supervise strength technique and practices, especially in team settings

* For all teams that are assigned in assistance- help with the above assignments as instructed by the responsible strength & conditioning coach.

Conditioning

* Consult with coaching staff to determine season conditioning goals and expectations

* Develop a plan to meet team conditioning goals and expectations

* Implement and track the conditioning program with the team, modifying where necessary, while keeping the coaching staff informed

* Supervise conditioning technique and practices, especially in team settings

* For all teams that are assigned in assistance- help with the above assignments as instructed by the responsible strength & conditioning coach.

Counseling
* Rehabilitation- Consult with trainers regarding limitations and plan to restore athletes to full participation

* Nutrition- Provide/facilitate nutrition counseling deemed necessary by the coaching staff

* Lifestyle and Time Management Provide/facilitate counseling as deemed necessary by the coaching staff

* Rules Establish expectations and monitor behavior in the strength and conditioning facilities

Facility Maintenance & Administration

* Assist Director of S&C or Assistant Coaches with Strength and Conditioning programs

* Assist in maintaining facilities

* Maintain daily cleaning duties

* Respond to requests for information to support the Athletic Department

* Support the department by effectively communicating and keeping colleagues
informed and offering to assist and help out

* Develop relationships with the team’s coaching staff and players

* Provide administrative support as necessary

* Monitor behavior in the strength and conditioning facilities

* Track progress with each team’s goals, plans and progress

* Maintain a steady communication with the team’s coaching staff

* Share the Stegeman Annex Weight Room rules with the team and establish additional team rules with coaching staff and adhere to the rules

* With all assigned sports- attend reasonable number of home events as well as an occasional practice

* Demonstrate professionalism and a clean appearance at all times | | Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position | | | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies | | | Physical Demands | | | Is this a Position of Trust? | No | | 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 | | Is driving a requirement of this position? | No | | Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No | | Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No |

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 | Amy Bales | | Recruitment Contact Email | abales@sports.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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