Georgia State will use Parker in AD search

Georgia State will use Parker Executive Search to handle the hunt for its next athletic director.

The two sides agreed to work together on June 10, according to a copy of the letter of understanding between the two parties obtained by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution through an Open Records Request.

Georgia State will pay $70,000 to use Parker.

Athletic director Cheryl Levick announced earlier this month that she will transition to a new role as special assistant to President Mark Becker on July 1.

According to the letter of understanding, Parker’s scope of work includes:

Understand the purpose and goals of Georgia State;

Assist and advise the university on proper advertising venues;

Original research and candidate identification;

Assessment throughout the search;

Advise and facilitate the process;

Handle scheduling interviews;

Work with the university on follow-ups;