Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Brown University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking an Assistant Coach, Wrestling in Providence, Rhode Island to support the Head Coach in developing student athletes.

The role emphasizes teaching athletic skills, fostering athlete character, and coordinating recruitment, travel, and scheduling while ensuring NCAA/Ivy League compliance and daily program operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1–2 years coaching or playing experience.
• Alternatively, 5 years of related coaching/playing experience if no degree.
• Experience in intercollegiate or professional athletics or comparable level.
• Knowledge of NCAA/Ivy League policies and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in leadership and development of student athletes.
• Teach athletic skills and foster character development.
• Coordinate recruitment efforts and travel arrangements.
• Manage scheduling and daily program operations.
• Contribute to game strategy and practice planning.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA and Ivy League rules.

Skills

Sport rules & strategies

Athlete development

Team dynamics & wellness

Instruct athletes in practice

Communication with staff

Organizational skills

Observation & evaluation

Recruiting support

Constructive feedback

Collaborative coaching

Adaptability under pressure

NCAA/Ivy League compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 1–2 years coaching/playing

5 years related coaching/playing with no degree

Demonstrated intercollegiate/professional experience

Job description

Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Assistant Coach, Wrestling position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).

The Assistant Coach, Wrestling is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in the leadership and development of student athletes. This role focuses on teaching athletic skills, fostering student athlete character, and game strategy. This position is also responsible for executing the daily operations of the program, including but not limited to recruitment coordination, travel arrangements and scheduling.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of relevant coaching and/or competitive playing experience. Relevant playing experience may be counted toward the experience requirement when obtained at the intercollegiate, professional, elite amateur, or comparable competitive level.
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 5 years of directly related coaching and/or competitive playing experience is required.
• Demonstrated experience in intercollegiate athletics, professional athletics, elite amateur sport, or a comparable competitive environment.

Job Competencies

Indicate the essential job competencies. Competencies are required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job successfully.

• Strong understanding of the sport’s rules, techniques, and strategies.
• Knowledge of athlete development principles, including strength, conditioning, and skill progression.
• Understanding of team dynamics, sportsmanship, and athlete wellness.
• Ability to instruct athletes effectively in practices, drills, and skill development.
• Strong communication skills for providing feedback to athletes and collaborating with coaching staff.
• Organizational skills to manage practice plans, training schedules, and game preparation.
• Observation and evaluation skills to monitor athlete performance and identify development needs.
• Basic recruiting support skills, including evaluating prospective student‑athletes and providing recommendations.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance to athletes, enhancing individual and team performance.
• Ability to work collaboratively within the coaching staff to support game strategy and player development.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support the team in high‑pressure or competitive situations.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all University and NCAA/Ivy League policies.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties.

Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-10-23

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Department:

Athletics and Recreation

Grade:

Grade 9

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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EEO Statement:

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