Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach - Recruit & Develop Athlete

Chatham; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Chatham University is seeking an Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach to support the NCAA Division III Wrestling Program. The role involves recruiting, coaching, and administering program operations, while promoting compliance with NCAA and PAC regulations and representing the program at university and community events.

The successful candidate will assist with practice planning, student-athlete development, and academic achievement, and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, to

Qualifications

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

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

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Chatham University is seeking an Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach to support the NCAA Division III Wrestling Program. The role involves recruiting, coaching, and administering program operations, while promoting compliance with NCAA and PAC regulations and representing the program at university and community events.

The successful candidate will assist with practice planning, student-athlete development, and academic achievement, and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, to