"Ted Moore ’71 Director of Sailing"

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, wellbeing, connection and belonging, 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 athletic competition, plus Wellness programs for faculty and staff and fitness centers for the entire Cornell community.

The Ted Moore ’71 Director of Sailing organize and direct all activities related to the operation of the intercollegiate Women’s Sailing program and the men’s club sailing team. This work includes coaching, recruiting, scheduling, budget management, and overall administration of a Division I Sailing program in accordance with NCAA, Ivy League, and University rules and procedures, as well as serving as the advisor and head coach for the men’s club program.

The salary range for this position is $84,000 to $90,000; final offer will depend on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster 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.

Success Factors

Curiosity: (LISTEN)

• Is genuinely curious with a drive to learn and improve
• Is accepting of self and others
• Demonstrates strong listening skills and discernment
• Is flexible and thinks creatively

Championship Mindset:

• Has a drive to win with integrity
• Energetic, tireless worker
• Is committed to running a disciplined program

High Character & Integrity:

• Demonstrated commitment to NCAA, conference, and university rules, policies and procedures
• Honest and trustworthy across personal and professional domains
• Committed to student-athlete welfare and sportsmanship
• Demonstrates courage and the capacity to make and execute thoughtful, difficult decisions
• Demonstrates a balance of confidence and humility

Leadership Capacity: (LEAD)

• Has a compelling vision for Cornell Sailing Program
• Is able to manage a budget and is committed to fiscal responsibility
• Is respectful of all those they are charged with leading
• Is a person others will enthusiastically follow

Alignment with University and Departmental Mission and Values:

• Embraces the primacy of full student-athlete academic engagement
• Has experience with a high academic rigor institution

Commitment to Student-Athlete Wellbeing: (LOVE)

• Prioritizes physical and mental health, safety and well-being of student-athletes and staff
• Embraces position as a positive role model and source of support
• Seeks opportunities to learn, develop, and enhance skills and knowledge
• Models professional behavior and respect for students, staff, and colleagues
• Actively engages and respects professionals in sports medicine, strength & conditioning, equipment, communications, compliance, facilities, and others

Sailing Expertise:

• Is deeply passionate about Sailing
• Technical and tactical skills of coaching sailing and racing fundamentals, strategies, tactics, and rules
• Expertise in student-athlete development
• Adaptable and creative
• Access to excellent mentors and a rich network of coaches
• Proven success in sailing and fleet maintenance and management

Communication Skills:

• Communicates verbally and in writing with high quality
• Is clear in their communication
• Can represent the University publicly with distinction
• Can communicate with alumni and donors in a manner that inspires their investment in the program
• Values relationships and is driven to build and nurture them

Enthusiasm for Cornell:

• Understands and appreciates what makes Cornell unique
• Appreciates the unique opportunity to work in the Ivy League
• Is aware of and unafraid of the weather or location

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 3 to 5 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Credentials should reflect proven success in coaching, recruiting, and working with student athletes
• Knowledgeable of NCAA, Ivy, and ICSA rules and regulations
• Experience with ICSA events at all levels.
• Proficiency with computers and office software; familiarity with ARMS software, video editing software, and other athletic-specific technology skills preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated success in cultivating relationships with alumni and other program supporters is strongly desirable
• This position will require driving; therefore, a clean and valid driver’s license must be held at time of employment and maintained thereafter
• Demonstrated skill in understanding cultural differences
• Proven experience connecting inclusion, belonging and wellbeing practices to business goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Collegiate coaching experience preferred, specifically in NCAA Division I

University Job Title: Head Coach, Women's Sailing

Job Family: Athletics & Physical Education

Level: G

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Remote Option Availability: Onsite