Director of Player Development

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Jul 26, 2024

Posting Details

Posting Number	S12425P
Working Title	Director of Player Development
Department	Athletics-Men's Basketball
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 holidays. Ability to travel. Ability to drive.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with experience
Posting Date	07/25/2024
Open until filled	No
Closing Date	08/01/2024
Proposed Starting Date	08/05/2024
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	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.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with Division I Men's Basketball program as an assistant or head coach, staff member, or player.
Position Summary	Serve as Director of Player Development and provide assistance to the Head Men's Basketball Coach in assigned areas of the intercollegiate basketball program. Responsible for off-the-field activities of student athletes which promote the successful balancing of academic, athletic, community, and leadership commitments; coordinate community outreach programming; serve as liaison to high school coaches and GHSA; provide leadership and support for the programs related to student-athlete wellness. Ensure compliance with all NCAA, SEC, UGA, and UGAAA rules and regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Previous experience in Division I Men's Basketball program as a head or assistant coach and/or player. Familiar with and demonstrate a commitment to compliance with NCAA and SEC rules. Ability to communicate and organize schedules. Ability to stay up to date with recruiting current events and keep coaches informed. Understand computer systems, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Physical Demands	Stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. Sit and talk or hear. Lift or move up to 20 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 duties.
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.
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

Team Liaison:

Assist student-athletes in successfully balancing academic, athletic, community, and leadership commitments.
Responsible for managing the development of student-athletes related to life skills (academic, personal, leadership, and career development).
Develop, manage, communicate, and implement team rules and expectations to student-athletes, coaches, parents/guardians, support staff, and other pertinent individuals.
Develop, manage, communicate, and implement student-athlete conduct, both positive and negative.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Academic Liaison:

Liaison between Academic staff and Coaching staff; facilitate weekly meetings between two groups.
In coordination with academic support staff, assist in coordinating academic responsibilities and troubleshooting individual student-athlete issues.
Communicate daily with academic support staff to monitor academic responsibilities and facilitate academic achievement by the student-athletes.
Proficiency in technology used to monitor daily academic progress of student-athletes (Portal and Teamworks).
In coordination with academic support staff, facilitate zero tolerance plans for academic issues.
Daily monitoring to ensure compliance with Athletic Association policies related to class and academic appointment attendance.
Ensure appropriate communication with parents/guardians regarding academic and conduct matters.
Work with academic support staff to ensure appropriate balance between academic and athletic related schedules.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Administrative:

In coordination with the Compliance Office, coordinate programming with agent education consultant.
Coordinate community outreach programming for student-athletes; maintain accurate records for compliance purposes; provide photographs of outreach to Student Services to ensure proper credit for participants.
Manage 5th year and medically disqualified student-athletes to ensure academic, career, and leadership development, including assigning daily career development schedules for each student-athlete.
Assist with on-campus recruiting.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned.
Percentage of time	10