Operations Coordinator, Wrestling

Brown University; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking an Operations Coordinator for Wrestling to support the day-to-day operations of the Brown Wrestling program in Providence. The role reports to the Wrestling Head Coach and focuses on organizing activities, travel, and program development within Ivy League and NCAA-DI guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree with 1–2 years of NCAA wrestling-related experience, strong communication skills, and solid computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years NCAA wrestling-related experience; Division I preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities are essential.
• Proficiency with standard office software and travel planning.

Responsibilities

• Organize day-to-day operation of the wrestling program.
• Assist Head Coach in planning, developing, and promoting a championship Ivy League program.
• Coordinate team travel and related logistics.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, Ivy League, and Brown policies.

Skills

Excellent organizational

Interpersonal communication

Strong written communication

Coordinate multiple tasks

Analytical and presentation skills

Basic Excel/Word/Internet/Email

Social media experience

Video editing software experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Video editing software

Internet

Email

Job description

Job Description

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Operations Coordinator, Wrestling position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).

The Wrestling Operations Coordinator reports to the Wrestling Head Coach and is responsible for the organization of the day- to-day efficient operation of the Brown Wrestling program. Assists the Head Coach in all phases of planning, developing, and promoting a championship caliber Ivy League program.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 1-2 years related experience in NCAA wrestling (collegiate playing, coaching or operations); Division I experience preferred.

Job Competencies

• Business background, preferred.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication (verbal & written) & computer skills, necessary.
• Experience planning and organizing team travel, preferred.
• High attention to detail, necessary
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively with student-athletes, parents, alumni, colleagues and the public.
• Strong commitment to the welfare of student-athletes.
• Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks at one time.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills combined with the ability to successfully interact with diverse individuals from both University and community related constituencies for maximizing University & Divisional goals, objectives, relationships & representation.
• Basic proficiency in excel, word, internet & email capabilities.
• Social media experience, helpful.
• Established history of quality relationships with staff, coaches, student-athletes, alumni, parents, etc. preferred.
• Prior experience with video editing software, helpful.
• Knowledge and understanding of, and commitment to comply with, NCAA, Ivy League and University rules and regulations.
• The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background, education and DMV check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all University and NCAA/Ivy League policies.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties.

Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown

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Recruiting Start Date

2026-08-18

Job Posting Title

Operations Coordinator, Wrestling

Department

Athletics and Recreation

Grade

Grade 7

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Position Work Location

Onsite

Submission Guidelines

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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