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Job Description
Position Summary:
The head coach will leads all aspects of the women’s flag football program, including coaching, student athlete development, recruitment, program administration, and compliance with NCAA, conference, and Ithaca College rules and regulations. The head coach supports assigned Department of Athletics compliance, administrative, special events, and game day functions.
Supervision:
Reports to: Director of Intercollegiate Athletics & Recreational Sports. and may also receive supervision, direction and guidance from the Associate Director(s).
Supervises: Assistant coaches, other assigned staff, and student assistants.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Coaching & Student Athlete Developments
• Lead the women’s flag football program, including in-season and permissible non-traditional and post-season; develop and teach individual and team skills, strategy, tactics, and training appropriate to competitive and developmental goals.
• Promote student athlete safety and well-being in training, conditioning, practices, and competition, including instruction related to physical health and safety.
• Monitor student athlete academic progress and provide guidance related to academic success, goal setting, appropriate conduct, media communication, life skills and, and other personal and sport related issues.
• Assess and monitor team membership, including athletic performance and academic eligibility, and establish program and individual goals for each season.
Recruitment & Program Administration
• Oversee recruitment of prospective student-athletes, including identification, communication, campus visit responsibilities, and coordination with assistant coaches.
• Develop and administer the sport budget and provide input on team travel, lodging, and meals; coordinate required travel information and related program documentation.
• Evaluate and recommend sport related equipment, uniforms, and supplies; oversee distribution, recovery, and inventory controls.
• Coordinate with Athletics administrators on practice and competitions schedules, home competition officials, and facility concerns, with particular attention to safety related issues.
Staff Leadership & Program Engagement
• Participate in the selection of assistant coaching staff and supervise and evaluate full- and part-time assistant coaches, graduate assistants, volunteer coaches, other assigned staff, and student assistants.
• Support alumni relations, fundraising, and public relations activities for the program and Department of Athletics, including sport specific fundraising goals and engagement with faculty, staff, students, alumni, parents, and media.
• Participate in departmental and College meetings and committees and, as appropriate, national or regional coaching clinics, conventions, and sport committees to support program and professional development.
• Complete required program reports and participate in annual review and goal setting with the immediate supervisor and/or Director.
Athletics Coordination & Compliance
• Support established Athletics Department compliance processes, including student-athlete eligibility, NCAA, conference, and College documentation, and departmental recordkeeping.
• Provide administrative support to coaches and staff with routine compliance and contractual processes; refer matters requiring rules interpretation, complex eligibility review, or additional compliance oversight to the Associate Director.
• Support departmental special events, and game day operations, and other assigned administrative responsibilities
Inclusive Program Leadership
Cultivate a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive team and program environment and communicate expectations for civil and inclusive interactions among staff, students, and visitors.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years coaching experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of and interest in women’s flag football and women’s sports.
• Experience scheduling and coordinating special events or athletic contests.
• Experience developing, monitoring and reconciling departmental or program budgets.
• Ability to cultivate an inclusive and welcoming environment, work effectively and equitably with people from varied backgrounds and perspectives, and hold others accountable for respectful and inclusive conduct.
• Ability to organize and manage detailed information, priorities, and deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally and to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, families, alumni, and other constituents.
• Proficiency with technology and software applications necessary to support program administration, communication, scheduling, budgeting, record keeping, and other position responsibilities.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and/or willingness to learn. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification and ability to maintain required certifications throughout employment.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid New York State driver’s license and meet all applicable drive eligibility requirements established by the College’s Office of Risk Management.
Work Environment:
Work is performed in office, athletic, and event settings. Both in- and outdoors and may include exposure to varying and inclement weather conditions. The position requires regular use of a computer and standard office equipment, as well as demonstration and use of sports equipment. This position requires a variable schedule based on operational and competition needs and including evening and weekend work, travel to off-campus games, events, recruiting activities, and other program related activities, and driving College vehicles to transport students and employees.
Inclusive Excellence:
Ithaca College is committed to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive community. Employees are expected to treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives, and contribute to a culture of belonging and collaboration.
This position is 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or [email protected].
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.
Hiring Rate: $66,950.00
We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:
• Healthcare including vision and dental
• Generous Paid Time Off Policies
• 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
• EAP
• Flexible Work Plans
• Educational Benefits
• Career-Enhancing Trainings
• For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness
In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.
About Us
At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.
We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.
We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.
When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.
Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.
If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator, Linda Koenig, at [email protected] or 607-274-7761. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.
To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at http://ithaca.edu
