Assistant Wrestling Coach

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University seeks a wrestling program coordinator to oversee academics, operations, travel, recruiting and overall program management. The role reports to the Head Wrestling Coach and contributes to planning events and fundraising.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and collegiate involvement; NCAA rules knowledge and willingness to work evenings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Collegiate playing or coaching experience preferred.
• Complete NCAA Coaches Certification Curriculum within first two weeks of employment.
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and odd hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop performance standards for student-athletes to maximize potential.
• Assess athletic performance and provide feedback on progress.
• Develop and implement practice plans and strategies for athletic events.
• Recruit potential student athletes.
• Provide academic monitoring and support for student athletes in the program.
• Supervise NMHU athletic events and enforce sportsmanship standards.
• Assist with game management for home events when not competing.

Skills

Leadership

NCAA knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in any field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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Position Information

Position

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Job Type

Job Type Regular

Position Summary

This incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the oversight of the wrestling program in areas to include, but not limited to; academics, operations, travel, recruiting, and operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop performance standards for student-athletes to maximize their potential and achieve high levels of competition;
• Assess athletic performance and improvement and provide feedback and guidance regarding athletic progress;
• Develop high expectations for student-athletes to achieve in the classroom as well as on the playing venue;
• Develop and implement practice plans and strategies for athletic events;
• Supervise NMHU athletic events and enforce sportsmanship standards;
• Assist with game management for home events when not competing;
• Assist with developing and supervising community service events;
• Supervise student-athletes during road trips;
• Provide positive participation with events that will benefit the athletic experience for the student-athletes;
• Participate in the planning of as well as participate in fundraising activities for individual programs and for the athletic department in general;
• Adhere to NCAA , Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, and institutional rules and regulations;
• Organize, prepare, and conduct team practices, training and competition;
• Recruit potential student athletes;
• Provide academic monitoring and support for student athletes in the program
• Provide support to the Head Wrestling Coach as required;
• Maintain regular attendance;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION : Bachelor’s degree in any field.

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate playing or coaching experience, preferably in the RMAC .

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Complete NCAA Coaches Certification Curriculum within first two (2) weeks of employment; Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and odd hours.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable team or individual sports and playing rules;
• Ability to lead and motivate student athletes;
• Knowledge of NCAA student athlete academic eligibility requirements;
• Demonstrated competitive coaching skills in area of sporting specialty;
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills;
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community;
• Knowledge of NCAA recruiting rules;
• Knowledge of travel/lodging planning and scheduling;
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment;
• Ability to organize and coordinate;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands

Standing – Frequently Walking – Frequently Bending – Frequently Squatting – Frequently Climbing – Frequently Kneeling – Frequently Lifting up to 50 pounds – Frequently Lifting > 50 pounds – Frequently

Work is performed in an indoor / outdoor setting.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $32,000

Work Location/Campus Center

Work Location/Campus Center Las Vegas, NM Campus

EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness. For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email [e-mail] Visit the link below for more information regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity: Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW