Variable Hours Officer, Assistant Intercollegiate Athletics Coach

Position Summary

One of the world's leading universities, Columbia University Athletics offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Family Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center.

The Assistant Intercollegiate Athletics Coach provides administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services for one of Columbia's varsity sport teams under the direction and supervision of the Head Sport Coach.

Responsibilities

• Achieving a high level of competency in sports skill instruction, motivation, and conduct practice sessions under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Ivy League Conference, University, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations and/or Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrating a sincere interest in the social, emotional, and academic development, as well as the athletic welfare of student-athletes.
• Demonstrating excellent writing, speaking, and listening abilities.
• Participating in continuing education conferences, workshops, or meetings to increase professional skills and knowledge.
• Exhibiting leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student-athletes.
• Completing all assignments made by the Head Coach including but not limited to budget management, scheduling, practices fundraising, and alumnae relations.
• Contributing to the maintenance of good working relationships.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• A high level of competency in skill instruction and motivation, and an understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment.
• Strong teaching and coaching skills.
• An ability to build and maintain positive relationships with student-athletes, staff, and alumni.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in coaching preferably at the NCAA Division I level.
• Proven skills in fan, friend, and fund-raising.
• Prior experience as a student-athlete and/or coach at an Ivy League institution.
• Valid Driver’s License.