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Atlanta Technical College

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Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Full-Time Instructor/Athletic Coach position in the Academic & Student Affairs Division, Health & Public Safety Technologies department. This position is located at Atlanta Tech's campus just south of Downtown Atlanta.    

Under the direct supervision of the Dean of Health & Public Safety Technologies, the Full-Time Instructor/Athletic Coach performs and completes tasks and assignments associated with coaching technical college students to compete in events according to National Junior College Athletic Association (NCJAA) guidelines.

Duties and responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Plans and implements student recruitment activities for the athletic team.
• Organizes and conducts regular practices, conditioning programs and competitive events;
• Determines game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Assesses strengths and weaknesses in a participant's performance and identifies areas for further development; assigns team positions.
• Follows philosophy of athletics consistent with that of the NJCAA program.
• Works with staff to make appropriate arrangements for home and away events.
• Monitors and maintains the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Responsible for the supervision and conduct of coaching staff and student-athletes while traveling.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
• Establishes and maintains organized, accessible, and current filing and record-keeping system for eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, etc.
• Keeps current on team expenditures and ensures compliance with budget.
• Schedules facilities for practice and competitions.
• Maintains inventory of all equipment associated with the particular sport.
• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
• Serves as an instructor for health and physical fitness courses.
• Develops and recommends policies and procedures to support program effectiveness and compliance.
• Conducts regular evaluation of athletic services and implements improvements as needed; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport
• Coaching techniques and skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to make decisions under pressure

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and demonstrate a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in an appropriate area of specialization AND One (1) year of coaching experience at the high school level or above; OR Three (3) years of experience as a varsity or professional player or coach.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess and demonstrate the following:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in Sports Management, Education, Business Administration, or a related field AND one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in athletic administration or coaching
• Experience in NJCAA or intercollegiate athletics administration

*** May be required to teach at other locations and other locations within the community. ***

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BACKGROUND SCREENINGS ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO SCREENING.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. gdumay@atlantatech.edu .

Do not send résumés to any of the email addressed above, they will not be opened or reviewed.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.