Assistant Wrestling Coach

Position Title

Assistant Wrestling Coach

Hours Per Week

TBD

Posting Date

May 2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Job Type

Full Time

Internal Job Category

Staff

Job Statement/Summary

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all management aspects of his/her team. The Assistant Coach must assist the Head Coach with practice, games and recruitment of players each season in accordance with University and NAIA rules and regulations. Assistant Coaches must make prospective student-athletes aware of all policies and procedures in the University Regulations and the Athletic Handbook.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Head Recruiting Efforts of Student/Athletes
• Instructing student-athletes in all aspects of the sport and establishing adherence guidelines associated with NAIA Mid-South conference rules as well as the University’s policies
• Instruction/establishment of comprehensive safety method and standards for student-athletes
• Research and preparation of academic teaching methodology relating to sport
• Assist with the coordination, planning and development of the sport program
• Leading and monitoring both training and practice sessions
• Develop and maintain effective interaction with students, staff, alumni, parents, etc.
• Mentoring and supporting each student-athlete to maximize their academic success
• Review of films to continually improve the success of the program
• Evaluate any players
• Ensure that injured players receive appropriate care
• Schedule games and practices seeking to minimize scheduling conflicts as much as practicable and to maximize fan participation to the extent possible
• Attend all practices having a clear and organized practice plan
• Transport the team to away contests, by either driving or having a driver arranged
• Assist in managing the team budget
• Assist in managing team fundraising efforts
• Attend all coaches meetings
• Assist in handling all aspects of camps and clinics offered
• Consistently communicate with the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director regarding matters related to the program when necessary
• Consistently communicate with the Athletic Director, Faculty Athletic Representative and Assistant Athletic Director regarding all eligibility and academic issues when necessary
• Consistently communicate with the Head Coach and Athletic Director regarding scholarship offers
• Assist in managing all recruiting, practice, and travel forms
• Assist in managing game day operations
• Adhere to the Athletic Department’s Regulations
• Adhere to and promote the University and the Athletic Department mission, philosophy, and objectives
• Adhere to and promote University policy and all respects
• General maintenance to the fields, weight rooms and gyms, which may require lifting or moving of equipment weighing 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Knowledge, Skills

and Abilities

This is a twelve-month position reporting to the Head Coach and Athletic Director. The Assistant Coach must have a strong commitment to Athletics and exceptional independent judgment, problem solving, planning skills, and the ability to effectively motivate student-athletes. The Assistant Coach must have the knowledge to teach the sport and the ability to recruit. The Assistant Coach must display professionalism in all aspects of the position.

Experience

1-3 years of collegiate level wrestling and/or coaching experience preferred, along with NCAA and NAIA rules regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, carrying and climbing, reaching both high and low. Frequently requires walking and balancing. Work is conducted in a high-paced and very stressful environment. Assistant Coaches are generally in high-profile positions.

Application Requirements

An electronic version of your resume and cover letter is required.