Assistant Coach, Women's Softball
Job ID: 277133
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
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Location
Augusta University -
Our Forest Hills Campus: 1500 Comfort Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
College/Department Information
The mission of Augusta University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is to ensure that its athletic programs are operated in conformance with the overall institutional mission. We are committed to the highest standards of sportsmanship, teamwork, scholarship and citizenship.
Intercollegiate athletics enhances the university experience of all students, participants and non-participants alike, by developing school spirit and creating a sense of community. Athletics thus serves the university's mission of enhancing the quality of the student experience. Athletic programs entertain and enrich the university's community and the people of the CSRA, therefore contributing to the out reach mission of the university.
The Mission Statement of Augusta University Athletics is based on a commitment to the following Core Principles:

• Academic Responsibility and Scholastic Achievement
• Student-Athlete Growth and Development
• Safety and Welfare of Student Athletes
• Sense of Competitive Balance
• Fairness
• Sportsmanship
• Citizenship

Job Summary
This position will assist the Head Coach in administering all phases of the softball program. Primary duties include recruiting, team travel and equipment, and practice and game coaching. Other duties include monitoring the academic progress of the softball student-athletes, helping in the development of team unity and individual character, and representing the department and institution to internal and external constituents. The position will fully comply with institutional, PBC, and NCAA rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
RECRUITING/SCOUTING STUDENT ATHLETES: Help in the development of plans to successfully recruit prospective student-athletes for the softball team according to AU policies and departmental philosophies. Identify potential recruits and plan effective scouting and evaluation plans and record keeping. Evaluate prospective student-athletes and, in conjunction with the head coach, execute recruitment plans to enroll desired prospects. Work with admissions and compliance to set official visit itineraries for prospective student-athletes in compliance with NCAA requirements. Develop a good relationship with the coaches and contacts of high schools, junior colleges, clubs, and community-sponsored groups. Contact and evaluate prospective student-athletes from local, state, national, and international backgrounds. Conduct official and unofficial visits on campus. Maintain Knowledge of NCAA recruiting rules to pass the certification test. Coordinate recruiting efforts with the NCAA Compliance Officer as required.
INSTRUCTING STUDENT-ATHLETES: Participate in and lead assigned elements of practices and games to include preparation, effective execution of drills, one-on-one development work with athletes as needed, and fulfillment of game day responsibilities as assigned by the head coach.
OTHER DUTIES: Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related discipline with one (1) year of related experience in coaching.
CPR certification completion within one month of hire.
Valid State drivers license required.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Proficient in Microsoft and other computer software/ databases.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational, prioritization, and customer service skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Ability to complete CPR certification within one month of hire.
Ability to work independently, perform under pressure, meet deadlines, and exercise good judgment.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; Monday-Friday (work outside normal business hours may be required)
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Job ID:277133
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
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