Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14975P

Working Title

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Department

Athletics-Women's Basketball

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

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

04/07/2026

Open until filled

No

Closing Date

04/14/2026

Proposed Starting Date

04/15/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

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

Position Information

Classification Title

Asst Coach-Women's Basketball

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.0

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related coaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Assistant Women's Basketball Coach is responsible for providing assistance to the Head Coach in assigned areas of the intercollegiate women's basketball program.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Coaching experience with a Division I basketball program. Ability to organize and assist in all phases of a NCAA Division I women's basketball program. Ability to evaluate and recruit, qualified student athletes to the University of Georgia whose athletic and personal skills make them highly competitive in the SEC and nationally, and whose academic potential makes them good candidates for a meaningful academic experience and graduation at the University of Georgia. Comprehend and adhere to NCAA , SEC and institutional policies and procedures in the sport of women's basketball; Participate and support public relations, fundraising and promotional activities; possess good organizational skills.

Physical Demands

Regularly stand; walk; use hands and reach with arms. Occasionally sit and talk or hear. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision which includes 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.

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

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist in conducting and evaluating all practice sessions for training groups as assigned.

Percentage of time

35

Duties/Responsibilities

Evaluating and recruiting qualified student-athletes to the University of Georgia whose athletic and personal skills make them highly competitive in the SEC and nationally, and whose academic potential makes them good candidates for a meaningful academic experience and graduation at the University of Georgia; coordinating recruiting travel and visit itineraries.

Percentage of time

35

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist in the planning and designing of a yearly training program; assisting in the planning and designing of specific strength and conditioning sessions for student-athletes in cooperation with the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach and Head Coach.

Percentage of time

5

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach and Academic Advisors in monitoring the academic performance and general well being of student-athletes; assisting the athletes with community service projects and helping them realize and achieve full potential in each area.

Percentage of time

5

Duties/Responsibilities

Ensures compliance with NCAA , SEC and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to the Women's Basketball program.

Percentage of time

5

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with meet requirements and fund-raising events; supervising team managers.

Percentage of time

5

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with administration as it relates to recruiting, budgets, traveling, public relations, fund-raising, camps and clinics.

Percentage of time

5

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

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

Amy Thomas

Recruitment Contact Email

amy.thomas@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter