Cornell University is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Ivy League. The university fields teams in 37 intercollegiate sports and provides a comprehensive physical education program. The university is committed to excellence in academics and athletics, gender equity and diversity in its programs, and a well-balanced, broad-based intercollegiate athletics program. Athletics and Physical Education offers a diverse program of intercollegiate athletics competition, physical and outdoor education, recreational services, and intramural sports, plus wellness programs for faculty and staff and fitness centers for the entire Cornell community.

The Assistant Coach for Women’s Basketball assists with team and player development and training, practice planning, evaluation of athlete performances, and recommendations to the head coach regarding participation in competitions. This position also supports the identification, evaluation, and ongoing recruitment of prospective athletes, as well as assume on- and off-campus recruiting responsibilities. Coaches are expected to support the team and players to thrive academically, and to integrate athletes with university and department services. The Assistant Coach participates in scheduling, planning and travel arrangements. Additional duties include researching and recommending equipment purchases, communication with alumni and friends of the program, and assisting with fundraising for program.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically 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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant basketball experience (coaching or competitive collegiate playing) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven success and potential in coaching, recruiting and developing student-athletes.
• A highly motivated with an outstanding work ethic and a relentless recruiter.
• Knowledgeable of NCAA rules.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Starting pay range for this position is $66,000 – $71,000. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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