Director, Sports Performance

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Location

Dahlonega

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Director, Sports Performance. The director will cultivate and lead a high-performance environment that supports the development, health and success of all UNG student-athletes through collaboration with sport coaches, sports medicine and sports performance staff. Develop and implement evidence-informed, sport specific strength and conditioning programs that enhance student athlete performance while establishing a consistent culture of preparation, discipline, accountability and continuous improvement. Serve as a leader and primary teacher of the sports performance staff, including the development and supervision of graduate assistant coaches. Incumbent is frequently away from assigned work desk/phone due to official UNG work responsibilities or travel and requires real-time communication with others.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and holds the responsibility of serving as a mandatory reporter for all Clery Act crimes.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.

Responsibilities

• Leads, develops and administers the overall sports performance program for the UNG Athletic Department using a holistic, systematic and sport specific approach. Develops training programs based on the demands and goals of individual sports and student-athletes.
• Provides hands-on leadership and instruction in the athletic performance facility, maintaining a consistent standard for training preparation, technique, effort, atmosphere, discipline, safety and accountability across all teams. Maintains regular presence in training sessions and oversight of all student-athletes, including teams primarily assigned to graduate assistant coaches.
• Leads, supervises, mentors and develops graduate assistant coaches and other sports performance staff. Establishes clear expectations and standards; provides instruction, feedback and professional development; and maintains appropriate oversight of training sessions and programming.
• Collaborates with head coaches to understand the unique demands, goals, culture and competitive needs of each sport. Meets regularly with coaches and when appropriate, attends practices or other team activities to better understand sport-specific needs and integrate sports performance into the overall development of the team.
• Establishes and maintains systems for testing, assessment, benchmarking and tracking student-athlete development. Uses performance data and measurable results to evaluate program effectiveness, communicate progress and make appropriate adjustments to training programs.
• Works seamlessly with sports medicine department and other athletics staff to support the comprehensive development, health, safety and well-being of all student-athletes.
• Develops, supervises and enforces appropriate rules, standards and procedures governing the performance facility, creating an organized, professional, disciplined and high-energy training environment.
• Manages the master schedule for the sports performance facility and coordinates training activities and resources to maximize the effective us of staff, space, equipment and other departmental resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant AD, Sports Medicine & Performance or Executive Leadership team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of: human physiology, anatomy, exercise science, strength and conditioning principles, and related sports performance concepts.
• Knowledge of use and application, maintenance and safety of strength and conditioning equipment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
• High ethical standards and ability to relate to work with a diverse faculty, staff, students and other constituents.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, energy, adaptability and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple teams, programs, staff and competing priorities in fast paced collegiate athletics environment.
• Ability to organize and manage individuals and programs while effectively planning projects, schedules and training activities.
• Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds overhead.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sport-specific strength and conditioning programs based on the physical demands and competitive goals of individual sports.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain high standards of preparation, discipline, accountability, effort, safety and professionalism in training environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, productive relationships with student-athletes, head coaches, sports medicine personnel and other athletics staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively and teach student-athletes and staff proper training techniques, concepts and safety standards.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with head coaches while maintaining appropriate expertise and leadership in the area of strength and conditioning.
• Ability to use assessment, testing, benchmarking and performance data to evaluate student-athlete development and inform training decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. (Preferably in exercise science or closely related field), Master's preferred
• Two years of demonstrated experience working in a collegiate or professional sports strength and conditioning environment, preferably at a level comparable to the competitive and operational demands of UNG Athletics.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa), is required at the time of hire. Certified in CPR and First Aid.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional reference

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

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 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 requires security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Organization

The University of North Georgia is a member of the University System of Georgia and holds designations as a state leadership institution and as The Military College of Georgia. With more than 18,000 students, the University of North Georgia is one of the state's largest public universities. The regional, multi-campus university offers more than 100 programs of study ranging from certificate and associate's degrees to professional doctoral programs.

The University of North Georgia's educational experience provides a solid foundation to help students become civic, professional and military leaders who serve communities locally and globally. UNG's student-focused environment includes quality education, service, inquiry, and creativity.

UNG is one of only six senior military colleges in the United States and its residential Army ROTC program consistently ranks among the best in the country. UNG competes in NCAA Division II in baseball, softball, golf, basketball, soccer, mixed rifle, and women's cross country.

The University of North Georgia has seven academic colleges and institutes: the College of Arts and Letters, the Mike Cottrell College of Business, the College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Education, the College of Health Professions, University College, and the Lewis F. Rogers Institute for Environmental and Spatial Analysis.

At the undergraduate level, UNG offers the Associate of Arts (A.A.) and the Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees and the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS); Bachelor of Arts (BA); Bachelor of Science (BS); Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA); Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA); and Bachelor of Science-Nursing (BSN).

Graduate degrees offered at UNG include: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT); Education Specialist in School Leadership (EDSSL); Master of Education (Med); Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT); Master of Arts in history (MA); Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA); Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling (MS); Master of Science in family nurse practitioner (MS); Master of Science in nursing education (MS); Master of Science in physical education (MS); Master of Science in criminal justice (MS); Master of Public Administration (MPA); Master of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Music (MM).

The University of North Georgia was formed through the consolidation of North Georgia College & State University and Gainesville State College, two of the top-performing schools in the University System of Georgia, in January 2013. Positioned in the fastest-growing region of the state, UNG comprises five campuses and online opportunities united by a single mission focused on academic excellence and academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

UNG's campuses are located across the northeast Georgia region in Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville, and Oconee County. With easy access to metro Atlanta and Georgia's mountain and piedmont areas, the region features vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities, including Lake Lanier and the the Appalachian Trail.

The University of North Georgia is part of the University System of Georgia Complete College Georgia (CCG) initiative to improve the retention, progression, and graduation of students. Grounded in the successes and strengths of the past and inspired by the potential of the new University of North Georgia, UNG's Complete College Georgia plan seeks to advance educational attainment in the northern part of the state, contributing to the region's workforce and economic prosperity.

To obtain application information for the University of North Georgia, call the Admissions Office at 706-864-1800, or for a closer look at the university, visit www.ung.edu.