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Location

Ithaca, NY | United States

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Job description

Associate Strength & Conditioning Coach, Head of Football Performance

Student and Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellness, social justice, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.

Cornell University is an 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 physical and outdoor education, recreational services, intramural sports and intercollegiate athletics competition, plus Wellness programs for faculty and staff and fitness centers for the entire Cornell community.

The Associate Strength & Conditioning Coach, Head of Football Performance oversees the physical preparation of the Cornell University Football Program, working under the supervision of the Associate Athletics Director for Strength & Conditioning and as an extension of the football program with close collaboration, partnership, and alignment with the Head Football Coach. This position designs, coordinates, and implements the football strength & conditioning programs for each segment of the year (in-season, winter program, spring football, summer and pre-season) and facilitates all aspects of speed, strength and conditioning for the football team, including weight training sessions, conditioning sessions, practices, and games. In addition, the Coach leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of effective nutrition, meal, and hydration plans and initiatives, as well as collaborates with the Athletic Training Staff to assist with rehabilitation programs and return-to-play protocols for injured athletes. This position may be responsible for other teams as assigned.

This position often requires lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling objects weighing up to 200 pounds. This position also requires the availability to work evening, weekend and holiday break hours, and travel, including overnight stays.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $98,000; final offer is dependent on relevant experience, skills and qualifications. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Success Factors

• Energetic, tireless worker who understands the unique requirements to build championship programs
• Is committed to running a disciplined program, is deeply passionate about the game of football and has honed their skills in football strength & conditioning
• An effective communicator who creates an environment in which others will enthusiastically follow
• Prioritizes physical and mental health, safety and well-being of student-athletes
• Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy and discretion in dealing with students, athletes, trainers, coaches, officials, outside service providers and vendors, university faculty/staff/ administration, and the public.
• Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people.
• Exercise independent judgment in complex and new situations and with managing multiple concurrent priorities and projects.

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.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in exercise science or a related field required, master's degree desired with at least 2 years of experience in football strength training at the collegiate level or above.
• Required Certification: Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC - CSCCa); OR Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS - NSCA).
• CPR/AED & First Aid certification (training provided by the university every 1-2 years).
• Proficient in coaching Olympic weightlifting exercises.
• Proficient in demonstrating and coaching sprint mechanics.
• Experience collaborating with Athletic Training regarding injury rehabilitation, and possess a working knowledge of common medical terminology.
• Experience assisting with Sports Nutrition and recovery education.
• Experience using Sport Science devices and equipment such as velocity-based training systems, force plates, and GPS systems.
• Experience tracking and management performance data.
• Demonstrated success in maintaining strict confidentiality and possessing a strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and common methods of digital communications.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• USA Weightlifting Certification.
• 3 or more years of experience in football strength training.
• Familiar with NCAA rules and regulations.

University Job Title:

Assistant Coach I, Strength and Conditioning

Job Family:

Athletics & Physical Education

Level:

E

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

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Remote Option Availability:

Fully Onsite

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Caleb Yu

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Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

2024-02-23

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