Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach

Chatham University; Eastside (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham University seeks an Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach to support all aspects of its NCAA Division III Wrestling Program. The role involves recruiting qualified student-athletes, developing athletes, and assisting with program operations and compliance.

The position supports the Head Wrestling Coach in daily operations, represents the program at events, and helps foster a culture of academic achievement, leadership, and sportsmanship within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong leadership abilities and exceptional character.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Commitment to the mission and values of NCAA Division III athletics.
• Minimum of one year of collegiate coaching experience and NCAA Division III experience as a coach or student-athlete preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recruiting efforts to attract qualified student-athletes.
• Support the development, assessment, and retention of student-athletes through coaching, mentorship, and leadership development.
• Assist with practice planning, competition preparation, and overall program operations.
• Help manage program resources, equipment, and operational needs.
• Promote student-athlete success in academics, athletics, and personal growth.
• Assist in supporting campus initiatives and coordinating athletic events that enhance school spirit and community engagement.
• Ensure compliance with all University, NCAA Division III, and Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) rules, regulations, and policies.
• Represent the wrestling program at on-campus events, admissions programs, and University functions.
• Represent the wrestling program at recruiting events, tournaments, and high school competitions.
• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, integrity, leadership, and academic achievement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Wrestling Coach.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Availability evenings/weekends

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Chatham University welcomes your interest in employment opportunities and encourages you to review open positions. Please note that Chatham does not accept unsolicited applications.

Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach

Chatham University is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach to support all aspects of its NCAA Division III Wrestling Program, a member of the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC). This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of student-athletes both on and off the mat while helping advance a competitive and successful wrestling program.

The Assistant Wrestling Coach will assist the Head Wrestling Coach in the daily operation and administration of the wrestling program. Responsibilities include recruiting qualified student-athletes, supporting student-athlete development, assisting with program operations, promoting compliance with NCAA and conference regulations, and representing the program at University and community events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recruiting efforts to attract qualified student-athletes.

• Support the development, assessment, and retention of student-athletes through coaching, mentorship, and leadership development.

• Assist with practice planning, competition preparation, and overall program operations.

• Help manage program resources, equipment, and operational needs.

• Promote student-athlete success in academics, athletics, and personal growth.

• Assist in supporting campus initiatives and coordinating athletic events that enhance school spirit and community engagement.

• Ensure compliance with all University, NCAA Division III, and Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) rules, regulations, and policies.

• Represent the wrestling program at on-campus events, admissions programs, and University functions.

• Represent the wrestling program at recruiting events, tournaments, and high school competitions.

• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, integrity, leadership, and academic achievement.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Wrestling Coach.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Strong leadership abilities and exceptional character.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

• Commitment to the mission and values of NCAA Division III athletics.

• Minimum of one year of collegiate coaching experience and NCAA Division III experience as a coach or student-athlete preferred.

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals’ intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.