Associate Director Of Athletic Performance

Position Information

Classification Title Coach FLSA Exempt FTE 1.0 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

Master's Degree in exercise physiology, physical education, or related field. Experience in strength and conditioning at the intercollegiate Division I.

Either CSCS or CSCCa certification along with CPR certifications; USAW Level I certification. Prior experience with functional movement assessments through Fusionetics and/or Functional Movement Systems (FMS). VALD and GymAware implementation and interpretation.

Position Summary

Assist the Director of Athletic Performance for Olympic Sports in managing all areas of the program and assist with supervising 16000 sq. ft. OS weight room and auxiliary weight room, interns, graduate assistants and hourly staff.

Design, implement and monitor sport specific weight training and conditioning programs for assigned sports. Provide instruction in proper lifting techniques, conditioning modalities, pre-habilitation techniques, and recovery methods. Monitor progress of athletes through computer charting and analysis of daily, monthly, and annual training for assigned sport teams; and counsel.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Ability to program, implement and monitor sport specific weight training and conditioning programs for assigned sports. Provide instruction in proper and safe lifting techniques with an emphasis on free weight training and Olympic lifting.

Expertise in demonstrating and coaching a variety of agility, speed, and conditioning exercises, drills and techniques with student athletes across several sports programs. Provide Fusionetics and VALD oriented pre-habilitation. Monitor progress of all athletes through computer charting and analysis of daily training; counsel student-athletes in the area of performance enhancement.

Ability to communicate proficiently with individuals within and outside the University by telephone and email. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.

This position involves knowledge of extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Team Works and Microsoft Outlook, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, good organizational skills and ability to interact with individuals at all levels. Coordinate scheduling; and work well with athletic and university administrative staff. The candidate is expected to have knowledge of NCAA and/or SEC rules and agree to adhere to same.

Physical Demands

Stand; walk; use hands and reach with arms. Sit and talk or hear.

Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and assist student athletes during weight training. Close and distance vision, and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but escalates to high during peak times in the facility.

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

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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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide instruction in proper lifting techniques with an emphasis on Olympic lifting; monitor progress of athletes through computer charting and analysis of daily training.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

Design, implement and monitor sport specific weight training and conditioning programs for assigned sports.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with supervising & maintenance 16000 sq. ft. weight room, interns, graduate assistants and hourly staff.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by the S&C Director.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Communicate with the coaching staff, athletic training and university administrative staff; coordinate scheduling.

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Counsel athletes in dietary habits and assess body composition with help of available resources.

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 Katrin Koch Recruitment Contact Email kkoch@sports.uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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