Head Wrestling Coach

Christian Brothers University; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition waivers

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Christian Brothers University invites applications for the position of Head Wrestling Coach. This role provides leadership for all aspects of the wrestling program, including development, recruitment, and compliance, while fostering academic success and sportsmanship in line with the university's mission.

The Head Coach will design daily practices, seasonal plans, and performance analysis to build a competitive NCAA program, coordinate with Admissions on enrollment, and manage budget, travel,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and three (3) years of wrestling coaching experience or equivalent competitive experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and a commitment to compliance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the wrestling program, including development, recruitment, retention, scheduling, budgeting, fundraising, and NCAA compliance.
• Recruit and enroll qualified student-athletes while coordinating with Admissions.
• Develop annual competition schedules and manage travel, equipment, and program operations.
• Represent the university professionally to alumni, donors, officials, and the community.
• Organize camps, clinics, and community engagement to advance the program.

Skills

Recruiting

NCAA rules knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CBU is committed to creating and maintaining a rigorous and enriching learning experience for our students by providing them the best instruction and support by a superior faculty and staff. CBU encourages opportunities to celebrate diversity in an environment that prepares our students to be global citizens. CBU is an attractive and safe campus environment, and it is quite possibly one of the friendliest campuses anywhere.

Job Description:

Christian Brothers University invites applications for the position of Head Wrestling Coach. This individual will provide leadership for all aspects of the Universities wrestling program, including program development, recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes, coaching,scheduling, fiscal management, fundraising, and NCAA compliance. The Head Coach will create a culture that supports academic success, competitive excellence, sportsmanship, and the mission and values of Christian Brothers University.

Coaching and Program Development

• Build and implement a comprehensive plan for developing a competitive NCAA wrestling program.
• Design and conduct daily practices, individual training sessions, and seasonal training plans.
• Prepare student-athletes for dual meets, tournaments, and postseason competition through technical instruction, match strategy, and performance analysis.
• Establish team standards that promote accountability, discipline, leadership, and sportsmanship.
• Evaluate team and individual performance and implement plans for continuous improvement.

Recruitment and Enrollment

• Identify and recruit prospective student-athletes capable of succeeding academically and athletically.
• Build and maintain recruiting relationships with high school, club, and junior college coaches throughout regional and national recruiting territories.
• Coordinate recruiting communications, campus visits, and evaluations.
• Partner with Admissions to support institutional enrollment goals.
• Foster an environment that prioritizes academic achievement and personal development.
• Monitor academic progress and encourage student-athletes to utilize campus support resources.
• Promote leadership development, community engagement, and responsible citizenship.
• Support the health, safety, and well-being of all student-athletes.

Administration

• Develop the annual competition schedule in collaboration with the Athletics Department.
• Manage the programs operating budget responsibly.
• Coordinate team travel, equipment purchases, uniforms, and facility needs.
• Maintain program records and complete required departmental reports.

Compliance and University Engagement

• Ensure compliance with NCAA Division II, conference, and university rules and policies.
• Complete all required compliance education and documentation.
• Represent the University in a professional manner with alumni, donors, officials, campus constituents, and the community.
• Participate in departmental meetings and assist with Athletics Department initiatives as assigned.

Program Advancement

• Organize camps and clinics that promote the wrestling program and support community engagement.
• Assist with fundraising efforts and alumni outreach.
• Work collaboratively with Athletic Communications to increase the visibility of the wrestling program through media, social media, and promotional events.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and three (3) years of wrestling coaching experience or equivalent competitive experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain qualified student-athletes.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and a commitment to compliance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel extensively.

Preferred experience:

• Previous collegiate wrestling coaching experience or equivalent competitive experience.
• Previous recruitment and player development experience.

Additional Information:

Christian Brothers University is a Catholic university in the student-centered tradition of the De La Salle Christian Brothers. CBU fosters academic excellence in a range of programs to prepare students from all faiths and backgrounds for careers and lives informed by the Lasallian values of faith, service, and community.
Christian Brothers University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending,403(b), and both undergraduate and graduate tuition waiver plans. CBU also offers tuition waivers for dependents of employees and participates in the Tuition Exchange Program, a reciprocal scholarship exchange program for family members of full-time faculty and staff.
Christian Brothers University offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment, regardless of sex, age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin or disability.