Assistant Coach, Men's Heavyweight Rowing

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for Men’s Heavyweight Rowing assists the Head Coach in the planning and operation of the men’s crew program at Cornell University. This includes, in coordination with the 1st assistant, helping to plan and execute team practice and regattas and providing input on player evaluation and other recommendations to the head coach. The Assistant Coach also has both on- and off-campus recruiting responsibilities, to identify, encourage and evaluate application and acceptance of student athletes at Cornell in accordance with the Ivy League, NCAA and University policies as assigned by the head coach. This is an 11-month per year position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with up to 1 years of high-level, competitive coaching experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven success and potential in coaching, recruiting and in working with student-athletes.
Highly motivated with an outstanding work ethic and a relentless recruiter.
Knowledgeable of NCAA rules and regulations.
A valid NYS boating and driver’s license is required.
Experience with Microsoft Office products.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional demeanor and demonstrated high ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Previous collegiate coaching or playing experience, especially in NCAA Division I.

Responsibilities

Assists the Head Coach in the planning and operation of the men’s crew program.
Helps to plan and execute team practice and regattas.
Provides input on player evaluation and other recommendations to the head coach.
Has on- and off-campus recruiting responsibilities to identify, encourage and evaluate student athletes.
Ensures compliance with Ivy League, NCAA and University policies.
Fosters a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming.
Shows respect, compassion, and empathy.
Engages and supports others regardless of background or perspective.
Speaks up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately.
Supports work/life integration of oneself and others.