Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham University in Pittsburgh seeks an Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach to support all aspects of its NCAA Division III Wrestling Program. You will assist the Head Coach with recruiting, student-athlete development, and day-to-day operations of the program.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and coaching experience, with NCAA Division III experience preferred. You will help plan practices, coordinate events, ensure compliance, and promote academic and athletic success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Minimum of one year of collegiate coaching experience.
• NCAA Division III experience as a coach or student-athlete is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute recruiting efforts to attract qualified student-athletes.
• Coach and mentor student-athletes to support development.
• Assist with practice planning, game prep, and operations.
• Manage program resources, equipment, and needs.
• Promote academic success and personal growth for athletes.
• Ensure NCAA Division III and PAC compliance.
• Represent the program at campus events and community activities.
• Foster a positive team culture built on sportsmanship and integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Chatham University welcomes your interest in employmentopportunities and encourages you to review open positions. Pleasenote 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 ofits 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 acompetitive 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 conferenceregulations, and representing the program at University and community events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluatingrecruiting efforts to attract qualified student-athletes.
• Support the development, assessment, and retention ofstudent-athletes through coaching, mentorship, and leadership development.
• Assist with practice planning, competition preparation, and overall program operations.
• Help manage program resources, equipment, and operationalneeds.
• Promote student-athlete success in academics, athletics, and personal growth.
• Assist in supporting campus initiatives and coordinatingathletic events that enhance school spirit and communityengagement.
• 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.
• Performother duties as assigned by the Head Wrestling Coach.

Required Qualifications

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

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment thatunderstands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotesemployee and student success and retention.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with astrong 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.