Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

Gannon University; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution is seeking an Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach for a full-time, 12-month position. This role involves assisting the Head Coach in recruiting student-athletes, planning and implementing coaching strategies, and ensuring NCAA compliance. The ideal candidate will promote a positive atmosphere for student-athletes and manage various administrative duties to support the program's success. This position plays a vital part in the development of the women's wrestling program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; collegiate coaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit student-athletes committed to academics and athletics.
• Knowledge of NCAA policies and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists with recruiting student-athletes committed to excellence.
• Plans, implements, trains, and coaches women's wrestling.
• Assists with team training and various administrative responsibilities.
• Complies with NCAA and university policies.
• Promotes a positive student-athlete experience.

Skills

Recruiting

Coaching

Communications

NCAA compliance knowledge

Strength & conditioning planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach is a full-time, 12‑month position. The position is responsible for assisting the Head Women's Wrestling Coach in all aspects of the Women’s Wrestling program, ensuring adherence to NCAA compliance. Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.

Essential Functions

• Assists with recruiting student-athletes that are committed to academic and athletic excellence.
• Has adequate training and background to properly plan, implement, train, and coach women's wrestling at the collegiate level.
• Assists Head Coach with team training and various administrative responsibilities, including but not limited to community service, academic support, fundraising, and recruiting.
• Learns, understands, and complies with all NCAA and Gannon University policies and requirements.
• Promotes a positive student-athlete experience.
• Promotes and represents the University whenever possible.
• Assists with the design and development of strength and conditioning plans.
• Assists with the operation and instruction of camps and clinics.
• Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration skills within the program, department, and University.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope and responsibility and requirements of the position.