Assistant Wrestling Coach

Nebraska Wesleyan University; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Wrestling Coach to join its competitive program. This 10-month position offers a unique opportunity to mentor student-athletes, fostering their growth both on and off the mat. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant coaching experience, demonstrating a commitment to leadership and sportsmanship. You will play a vital role in recruiting talented athletes and managing various responsibilities, ensuring a well-rounded experience for the team. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the future of aspiring athletes.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Generous Vacation Schedule

Tuition Remission for Dependents

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with coaching experience at college or elite level.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing individualized plans for student-athletes.
• Organize and supervise travel for athletic events.
• Monitor academic progress and assist in fundraising activities.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Employment Opportunity for the Position of Assistant Wrestling Coach

Status

Nebraska Wesleyan University (NWU) is seeking qualified candidates for a 10-month position working 40 hours per week to work as the Assistant Wrestling Coach. As the Assistant Coach, the incumbent will assist with the development and administration of NWU’s competitive wrestling program including all facets of the sport within the philosophy and policies of the university, conference, and national affiliates.

Nebraska Wesleyan University competes at the NCAA Division III level and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. The selected candidate will report to the Head Wrestling Coach and also be required to perform a secondary job duty at the discretion of the university and within the skill set of the qualified applicant.

Prior to employment, applicants will have to successfully complete a criminal background and motor vehicle driving check. This benefit eligible position includes a comprehensive package including health, vision and dental insurance benefits, retirement benefits, a generous vacation & holiday schedule, and undergraduate tuition remission for employee’s dependents among other benefits.

Responsibilities

• Build and provide individualized development plans for student-athletes which foster growth athletically, academically, and socially.
• Assist with scheduled practices and games for spring and fall season teaching student athlete’s elements for the sport.
• Assist with athletic events for wrestling while also organizing and supervising travel.
• Assist and maintain records of all expenditures.
• Actively recruit student athletes for the wrestling program: attend recruiting events, recruit evaluation, emails/mailings/phone calls, on campus visits. Provide recruiting reports for both the Head Coach and Admissions Office.
• Work with the Head Athletic Trainer regarding the health of student athletes.
• Monitor academic progress of student athletes.
• Assist in the coordination of all fundraising activities for the wrestling program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Related experience coaching wrestling at college, high school or elite level clubs.
• Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of coaching student-athletes and a commitment to the highest ideals of leadership, sportsmanship and academics.
• Ability to coach and recruit highly skilled student-athletes.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and success in working with a variety of persons that will build strong, long-term relationships with team members, students and stakeholders.
• Must be able to multitask and manage several projects that may be ongoing during the same time.
• Have exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills to produce complete and accurate work and manage production activities.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, time management, and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Be able to work with minimum supervision and handle pressure situations.
• Be flexible, able to prioritize tasks and meet scheduled and unscheduled deadlines.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume or curriculum vita, and the names of three professional references at the following URL: https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/. NWU encourages applicants to address how one or more of NWU’s Core Values align with their personal values and characteristics and/or how they would contribute to them at NWU in their cover letter or a separate document. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.