Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching wrestling athletes, focusing on improving their technique, form, and mental preparation.
• Provide individual and group instruction to enhance player performance.
• Collaborate with the coaching staff to plan and organize practice sessions, drills, and skill development exercises.
• Focus on player conditioning, skill development, and teamwork during practices.
• Assist the head coach in executing game strategies during practices and wrestling matches.
• Contribute to in-match coaching decisions and adjustments.
• Assist in recruiting efforts by evaluating prospective student-athletes, attending recruiting events, and building relationships with recruits.
• Share insights and observations with the head coach during the recruiting process.
• Promote academic success among student-athletes, ensuring they meet eligibility requirements.
• Collaborate with academic support services to provide resources and support.
• Help foster a positive and inclusive team culture based on integrity, sportsmanship, and respect.
• Support the head coach in enforcing team rules and discipline when necessary.
• Evaluate player performance during practices and wrestling matches.
• Provide constructive feedback to players to help them improve and reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Collegiate wrestling experience and/or coaching experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team environment that prioritizes academic success and personal growth.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to attend meetings, practices, and other scheduled events, and travel as required.
• Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.