Assistant Coach - Mens & Womens Coach - Norwich University

Norwich University; Northfield (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Coach for Men's and Women's Wrestling Programs. This role involves supporting head coaches in practice organization, scouting, scheduling, and managing student-athletes. The position requires strong communication and teamwork skills, as well as a deep understanding of NCAA regulations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coaching, experience in fundraising, and the ability to connect with students and alumni. Join a vibrant university community that values dedication and excellence in athletics, and help shape the future of our wrestling programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of coaching wrestling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coaches in organizing practice plans and scouting opponents.
• Manage travel and lodging arrangements for the wrestling program.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Fundraising

Teamwork

NCAA Rules Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Slate Recruitment System

Job description

Assistant Coach - Men's & Women's Coach - Norwich University

Fulfills the mission of Norwich University by supporting the head coaches in the overall administration of the Men's and Women's Wrestling Programs.

This is a 40 hour per week and 43 weeks per year .833 FTE position.

Essential Functions

• Assists the head coaches in the organization and implementation of practice plans.
• Assists the head coaches with scouting of opponents and film breakdown.
• Assists the head coaches in scheduling all travel and lodging arrangements for the program.
• Works cooperatively with other assistant coaches & volunteers.
• Assists in the supervision of student workers (work study).
• Assists in the academic monitoring of student-athletes.
• Assists in scheduling league and non-league athletic contests and scrimmages.
• Assists the head coaches in decisions regarding budget management for the program.
• Assists the head coaches and the equipment manager with the selection and purchase of equipment.
• Assists the head coaches and the athletic training staff in monitoring the injuries of student-athletes.
• Assists in the organization and administration of fundraising activities in conjunction with the Director of the Maroon and Gold Athletic Association.
• Assists in the completion of Travel Forms, End of Season Reports, Preseason and In-season Squad Lists and Travel Expense Reports.
• Attends select University Open Houses.
• Attends league conference meetings in head coaches' absence.
• Develops and nurtures alumni and community relations.
• Retention of quality student-athletes.
• Assists the head coaches in contacting and entering recruiting information into the Slate Recruitment System.
• Assists the head coaches in the recruitment of qualified student-athletes (at least one quarter of the roster each year).

Other Functions

• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information.
• Communicates with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner.
• Serves on University committees, councils, workgroups, or other designated bodies as assigned.
• Achieves, maintains proficiency in, and utilizes computers, telephones, and other job-related equipment, including related systems and software.
• Speaks, reads, and writes in English.
• Communicates by telephone, email, letter, in person, or other means or device.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 2 years of relevant experience in coaching wrestling preferred.
• Collegiate wrestling experience preferred.
• Experience in a collegiate environment or club environment is preferred.
• Knowledgeable of all NCAA rules and regulations.
• Experience in speaking with small and large groups.
• Experience with fundraising activities preferred.
• AED, CPR and First Aid certification and NCAA Rules Test is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook).
• Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 50 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus.
• Frequent evening and weekend hours when in season.
• Travel as needed.

Environmental Conditions

• Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Frequent computer use at workstation.
• High level of exposure to noise, dust, fumes or temperature changes.

Additional Information

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact the Office of Human Resources for assistance.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now or in the future. A post offer, pre-employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.

Application Instructions

Please provide a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and Norwich application.

Applications will be reviewed as they come in and qualified applicants will be contacted. Position open until filled.