EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Brenau University is an equal opportunity employer and educator. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal or state laws in its employment practices or educational programs.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.
ELIGIBILITY: Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the confirmed start date. This includes being a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national with work authorization that doesn't require employer sponsorship. Individuals must maintain this eligibility throughout employment.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year institution
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Successful coaching experience at the college or high-school level.
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Must have a clear understanding of and be committed to the NAIA philosophy and the role of athletics within the university’s mission.
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Must have appropriate coaching licenses and necessary certifications for the designated sport.
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Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop athletes
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Must be able to communicate with other coaches, players, parents and organization members
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
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Recruitment and retention of athletes consistent with university, AAC, and NAIA guidelines;
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Coaching of team; including attendance at all practice sessions and team-related functions;
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Evaluating and recruiting of potential student-athletes, including on-campus hosting and evaluations;
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Assisting athletes with details related to performance in games/competitions;
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Provide articulation, advocacy, and problem-resolution for student-athletes
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Adhering to university policies and procedures;
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Assuming additional department responsibilities as assigned by the head coach.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervisory responsibilities required.
Work Hours:
Half-time. 20 hours per week. Hours may be extended to meet the needs of the department. Nights/weekends as needed.
Appointment Length:
10 months, continuous (dates)
Environmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes:
Long periods of Physical exertion. Work is performed inside and outside in all weather conditions. Prolonged periods of standing are required. Must have the ability to travel short distances. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Title IX Implications:
Responsible employee
Any employee who is not a confidential employee. Brenau University requires that all Responsible Employees MUST report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator when the employee has information about conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX or this part. Employees are encouraged to report these concerns in writing via email. When an employee or a student (or a person who has a legal right to act on behalf of a student) informs any employee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of the employee’s or student’s pregnancy or related conditions, that employee must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure the employee’s or student’s equal access to the Recipient’s education program or activity.
Payroll Status:
Salary- Exempt (paid bi-weekly)
Campus Designation:
This is an on-site position based at the Historic Gainesville Campus located in Gainesville, Georgia.
Remote Work Available:
No
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel required. Occasional overnight stays. Ability to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as needed for team events, recruiting, etc., which requires frequent driving. Due to insurance requirements, employees operating university vehicles or performing any driving activity in one’s own personal vehicle for Brenau purposes must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, and maintain a clean driving record.
Benefits:
Dependent upon employment status, years of service and worker category. Explore all that Brenau offers for Your Health, Your Mind, Your Finances, & Our Community here: https://intranet.brenau.edu/human-resources/job-opportunities/.
Special Requirements:
Brenau University conducts various screenings to ensure a safe and secure environment. These checks are a condition of employment and may be performed at different times throughout employment. (1) Background Checks: All new hires must undergo a criminal background check. To maintain employment, individuals must have and maintain a favorable criminal history. The university may also conduct random background checks. Additional checks may be performed for certain roles. (2) Credit Checks: required for positions that handle university funds or credit cards or as otherwise required. (3) Motor Vehicle and Driving Checks: employees who operate a university vehicle or drive on university business must have a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) run as part of the new hire process or as the requirement to drive is added to job responsibilities. To be approved for university travel, employees must meet the following criteria: be at least 21 years old, have and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license, and have and maintain a good driving record. As a condition of employment, employees must report any arrest (within five days of its occurrence) to the Office of Human Resources, including traffic violations for those listed on our auto insurance policy. Disclosure of subsequent legal action (conviction, dismissal of charges, etc.) must also be reported to the Office of Human Resources. It will be evaluated considering continued employment with the immediate supervisor. (4) Drug Screening: pre-employment/post-offer drug screens and random drug screens are performed for certain sensitive positions. Random drug screens are also performed on those who travel regularly, or those who operate a university vehicle. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug screening.
Additional Requirements:
N/A
Licensure Requirements:
Proof of any professional degree, license, or certification (collectively, “Credentials”) required to competently perform the work for which the employee is hired must have been submitted at the time of application for the position. Discovery during the course of employee’s employment that applicable Credentials have lapsed, been terminated, were misrepresented, or were falsified may result in immediate termination of employee’s employment.
All positions will be filled pending budgetary review.
