Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12111P

Working Title Head Women's Golf Coach

Department Athletics-Women's Golf

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 nontraditional hours to include nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience

Posting Date 05/17/2024

Open until filled No

Closing Date 05/24/2024

Proposed Starting Date 06/01/2024

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).

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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

Experience as a coach or student-athlete with an intercollegiate golf program.

Position Summary

Responsible for organizing and administering all phases of a NCAA Division I Women's Golf Program. This incumbent will lead in the coaching, planning, organizing, directing, recruiting and implementation of all phases of the University of Georgia's Women's Golf Program as well as lead in all areas of team performance which includes but is not limited to pre-season, post-season training, practice, competition, budget management and academic progress.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Comprehend and adhere to NCAA, SEC, and institutional policies and procedures in the sport of Women's Golf.
• Extensive knowledge and experience recruiting at the Division I level.
• Evaluate and compare athletic talent for potential growth and development of student-athletes.
• Previous managerial experience in hiring, supervising and evaluating coaches and staff.
• Manage a budget.
• Participate and support public relations, fundraising, and promotional activities.
• Possess strong organizational skills in coordinating recruiting travel and visit itineraries.
• Oversee conditioning programs for the eligible student-athletes.

Physical Demands

• Stand.
• Walk.
• Use hands and reach with arms.
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Close and distance vision, and peripheral vision.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but escalates to high during practice and athletic competitions.
• Driving as needed to perform job tasks.

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? Yes

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

• Organizing and administering all phases of a NCAA Division I Women's Golf Program including but not limited to: training and preparing athletes for competition; overseeing conditioning programs; hiring, supervising, and evaluating coaches and staff; managing budgets.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

• Identifying, evaluating 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 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Monitoring and supporting the academic success of student-athletes.
• Actively encouraging participants to succeed academically.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Participating and supporting public relations, fundraising, promotional activities, and camps and clinics.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensure personal and program compliance with NCAA, SEC, and institutional rules and responsibilities pertaining to the Women's Golf Program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Sports Facilitator.

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 Amy Thomas

Recruitment Contact Email amy.thomas@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter