Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Brown University; United States; Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking an Assistant Coach, Wrestling in Providence, Rhode Island. The role requires a bachelor's degree or 5+ years of related coaching/playing experience and includes duties in practice instruction, athlete development, and coordination with staff to prepare for competitions.

The position emphasizes compliance with NCAA/Ivy League policies, AED/CPR certification, and background checks.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of directly related coaching/playing experience.
• 1–2 years of coaching or competitive playing experience, or equivalent level.
• Experience in intercollegiate athletics, professional athletics, elite amateur competition.

Aufgaben

• Instruct athletes in practices, drills, and skill development.
• Monitor athlete performance and provide development feedback.
• Assist with practice plans, training schedules, and game prep.
• Coordinate with coaching staff and support compliance with NCAA rules.

Kenntnisse

Coaching

Athlete development

Communication

Recruiting support

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

5+ years coaching/playing experience

Tools

AED/CPR certification

Jobbeschreibung

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).

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

• 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

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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

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