Institution: Armstrong Atlantic State University
Location: Savannah, GA
Category: * Admin – Athletics/Coaching
Posted: 04/07/2009
Application Due: 04/28/2009
Type: Full Time
Position Title: Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Department: Athletics
Position Begins: Upon Hire
Status: Full-time; 12 month
Benefits Available: Yes

Description: The Athletics department of Armstrong Atlantic State University invites applications for the position of Head Coach for Men’s Basketball. The successful candidate will have responsibility for the organization and administration of all phases of the men’s basketball program to include coaching, recruiting, budget management, scheduling, NCAA rules compliance, and summer camps. Some teaching in the Physical Education activities program is required. This is a full time (12 month position).

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred) with a demonstrated ability to coach men’s basketball at the collegiate level and a commitment to excellence in both athletics and academics. Must be physically able to participate in all aspects of the sport for hands-on coaching and the ability to give routine assessment and feedback to players on skill, progress and interaction with other team members.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.

The University: Armstrong Atlantic State University is a four-year coeducational senior unit in the University System of Georgia and has an enrollment of more than 7200 students. It is located approximately twelve miles south of the historic district of the city of Savannah on a modern 268 acre campus. The core mission of the university is a strong liberal arts education for all students, and the strategic directions of the university are applied science and technology, teacher education, health professions, and community and economic development.

The Community: Armstrong is located in historic Savannah Georgia, a coastal city located 250 miles southeast of Atlanta, Georgia and 150 miles north of Jacksonville, Florida. Savannah has long been known as a charming city; rich in beauty, cultural diversity, support for the arts, and opportunities for recreation. In the last decade the city has capitalized on its diverse manufacturing base, flourishing tourist industry, and thriving port to become the economic motor for the region. With a metropolitan area population of 296,232 and an adjacent six-county population of 471,000, Savannah is well-positioned for future growth. The university campus is 20 miles from sandy beaches, and only a mile or so from crabbing, shrimping, and saltwater fishing.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Excellent benefits package.

Application Process: Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and vita, and arrange for three letters of professional reference to:

Eric Faulconer, Interim Athletic Director
Athletics Department
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419-1997

Review of applications will begin on Monday, April 20, 2009 and continue until position is filled.

AA / EOE
Application Information
Postal Address: Eric Faulconer, Chair
Athletics
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419-1997