Asst. Women's Basketball Coach
About Us
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.
As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.
Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.
The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.
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Job Summary
Teaching our student athletes the intricacies of the game of basketball all the while preparing them for life after college. It is our goal for each member of our teams to become leaders in their community and productive members of society. With our teaching our athletes about time management, teamwork and leadership, we feel as though we fit well within the mission of this University.
Responsibilities
Coaching - 60
- Teaching our student athletes the intricacies of the game of basketball
- It is our goal for each member of our teams to become leaders in their community and productive members of society.
- Teaching our athletes about time management, teamwork and leadership
Recruitment - 25
- Recruitment of quality Prospective Student Athletes who meet the mission of the University and will contribute to our athletic program
- Ability to successfully pass the NCAA recruiting test administered annually
Supervision - 10
- Provide phenomenal academic support for student athletes
- Monitor grades and attendance
- Provide and supervise study sessions
- Provide tutors for student athletes as needed or requested
Other - 5
- Other duties as described by the Athletic Director
- Assist in fundraising activities as well as community engagement and the engagement of the remainder of campus
- May serve as game manager for sports other than women's basketball.
- Will serve as game manager (sports outside of women's basketball)
- Help build community support for all of our programs as well as helping to bring the remainder of campus closer to athletics
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Required Experience
Minimum of 1-3 years of collegiate coaching experience or equivalent combination of playing and coaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree
Proposed Salary
This position is a pay grade 6. The starting salary is $35,441.00. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience.
For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here: https://www.gcsu.edu/humanresources/pay-grade-structure.
Required Documents to Attach
- Cover Letter
- Resume / CV
- List of References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
- Ability to communicate effectively with both the student athletes and the academic side of the University
- Leadership abilities are of the utmost importance
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations as it relates to the recruitment of prospective student athletes.
- Understanding of the Georgia College mission as well as our entrance requirements.
- Recruit quality athletes who are also quality students
- Ensure that athletes will achieve GPAs comparable to or greater than the University average
- Ensure that athletes graduate at a rate comparable to or greater than the University average
- Thorough knowledge of the game is imperative.
SKILLS
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a multifaceted community
- Must have strong leadership skills that student athletes will want to follow
- Communication skills a must
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
- Criminal Background Check
- Education Verification
- DMV Check
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