Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach

EXPIRED

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Department: Athletics and Recreation

Reports to: Head Wrestling Coach

Essential Responsibilities:     

• Adhere to and enforce all policies and procedures of the athletic department and institution as well as the rules and regulations of the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) and MAC Freedom, the NCAA, and other authorities that may legitimately influence the program.

• Assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes. Ensure full compliance with NCAA guidelines in all aspects of the recruiting process.

• Construct and implement daily practice plans and conditioning circuits designed to progress the team toward achieving the program’s goals. Work together with the head coach in, but not limited to, monitoring eligibility, academic progress, and roster size.

• Assist in the monitoring and implementation of the academic study hall requirements mandated by the wrestling program.

• Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, including guiding team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters.

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Department: Athletics and Recreation

Reports to: Head Wrestling Coach

Essential Responsibilities:     

• Adhere to and enforce all policies and procedures of the athletic department and institution as well as the rules and regulations of the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) and MAC Freedom, the NCAA, and other authorities that may legitimately influence the program.

• Assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes. Ensure full compliance with NCAA guidelines in all aspects of the recruiting process.

• Construct and implement daily practice plans and conditioning circuits designed to progress the team toward achieving the program’s goals. Work together with the head coach in, but not limited to, monitoring eligibility, academic progress, and roster size.

• Assist in the monitoring and implementation of the academic study hall requirements mandated by the wrestling program.

• Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, including guiding team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters.

• Coordinate outreach to alumni, donors, families, and fans via social media (Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkTree) marketing strategies, newsletters, and videography.

• Track, initiate, and aid wrestlers in the design of community service outreach and activities.

• Assist the head coach in developing and implementing strategies for motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and a team.

• Coordinate with other offices on campus including strength and conditioning, sports medicine, campus dietitian, counseling and psychological services, and other support services to ensure that the student-athletes are well prepared for competition and their overall development and growth.

• Ensure safety through careful monitoring of the condition of equipment and facilities utilized by the team. Responsible for submitting requests for repair, maintenance, and improvement of facilities as needed.

• Responsible for travel arrangements including lodging, busing, car rental, flights, meals, team practices, and meetings.

• Work with the head coach to initiate and coordinate the selection, purchase, fitting, and maintenance of team equipment and apparel.

• Provide support in carefully tracking expenditures for all team accounts to ensure fiscal responsibility.

• Assist with pre-approved fundraising activities as requested, as well as aid in the creation of new fundraising efforts. Coordinate all such efforts through the Director of Athletics and Office of Development and Alumni Relations.

• Confirm that sports camps and clinics related to the sports program adhere to NCAA and institutional rules and regulations.

• Compile data and reports in a timely fashion when requested by the head coach or any senior-level administrator.

• Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-service education sessions, and other divisional or departmental meetings. Complete all required departmental and institutional training and certification programs and participate in available professional development opportunities.

• Participate in other department initiatives, programs, and committees as required.

• Make a conscious effort to identify and pursue ways to advance your development and involvement in the athletic department and Stevens Community

• Perform all other duties as assigned including a required secondary role within the department.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.

Experience

• Prior coaching experience required.
• Prior coaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.
• Previous wrestling experience at the collegiate level is strongly preferred.

Specific Skills:

• Communicate effectively and professionally, including written, interpersonal, and public speaking.
• Proficient in the use of TrackWrestling and the OPC weight management systems.
• Efficient with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Must be willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Specialized Licenses

• First Aid, CPR, AED training certification required.

Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who can contribute to a welcoming climate for students, faculty, and staff of all races and genders. We are an NSFa ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Department

Wrestling Office

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Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. 

NSF ADVANCE Institution Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minority candidates, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. 

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