Director of Football Operations

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Football Recruiting Operations & External Relations oversees the complex, dynamic day-to-day administration of the Cornell University’s varsity football program’s recruiting and external engagement efforts in accordance with Cornell, NCAA and Ivy League Rules. Under the direction of the Head Coach, this role manages all recruiting logistics and recruiting experience strategy while also helping to drive Cornell football’s external relations efforts in partnership with the SCL/Athletics Alumni Affairs & Development (AAD) team and Ticketing & Fan Engagement office. This work includes administering appropriate marketing and messaging to the alumni base and other constituent groups, supporting and developing promotional strategies, planning and supporting key engagement events as well as serving as a collaborative partner and liaison to several on-campus partners and external organizations to proactively promote the Cornell football program through community partnerships and programming, and campus connections. This position is a 12-months position and requires frequent evening and weekend work during certain times of the year.

Requirements

Associates degree with at least 2 years experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work experience in the field of coaching, athletic administration, communications, athletic administration, business/financial management, or event planning.
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, web-based recruiting systems).
Demonstrated project or event management success.
Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.

Nice To Haves

Additional educational and specific Bachelor's degree preferred.
Work experience with an NCAA Division I football program is preferred.
Working knowledge of NCAA rules is helpful.

Responsibilities

Oversees the complex, dynamic day-to-day administration of the Cornell University’s varsity football program’s recruiting and external engagement efforts in accordance with Cornell, NCAA and Ivy League Rules.
Manages all recruiting logistics and recruiting experience strategy under the direction of the Head Coach.
Helps to drive Cornell football’s external relations efforts in partnership with the SCL/Athletics Alumni Affairs & Development (AAD) team and Ticketing & Fan Engagement office.
Administers appropriate marketing and messaging to the alumni base and other constituent groups.
Supports and develops promotional strategies.
Plans and supports key engagement events.
Serves as a collaborative partner and liaison to several on-campus partners and external organizations to proactively promote the Cornell football program through community partnerships and programming, and campus connections.
Fosters a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.