Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S15389P Working Title Assistant Track & Field Coach Department Athletics-Track & Field 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 some holidays. Ability to travel.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience Posting Date 07/06/2026 Open until filled No Closing Date 07/13/2026 Proposed Starting Date 07/15/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information
Classification Title Asst Coach-Track & Field FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related coaching experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a coach or student-athlete for a Division I Track & Field program.
Position Summary
This position will assist the head coach with a highly competitive, Division I Track & Field Program in the SEC; assist with coaching and staff administration as it relates to recruiting, budgets, traveling, public relations, fund-raising camps and clinics; organizing and conducting practices and competitions; and administering and promoting all phases of the Track & Field Program.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
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
Collaborate in conducting and evaluating all practice sessions for training groups as assigned
Percentage of time 40 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 with meet requirements and fundraising events, supervise team managers.
Percentage of time 10 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. Understanding and adhering to NCAA rules specifically related to recruitment and to the on-going performance of duties within an NCAA Division I Track & Field program.
Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with administration as it relates to recruiting, budgets, traveling, public relations, 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
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