Operations Coordinator, Wrestling

Brown University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking an Operations Coordinator, Wrestling to support the day-to-day operations of the wrestling program in Providence, Rhode Island.

The role reports to the Wrestling Head Coach and involves assisting in planning, developing, and promoting a championship-caliber Ivy League program, with emphasis on organization, travel planning, and NCAA/Ivy League compliance.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Organize day-to-day operations of the Brown Wrestling program.
• Assist Head Coach in planning, developing, and promoting a championship-caliber Ivy League program.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Video editing experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Video editing software

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

Competencies are required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job successfully.

• 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

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 Information

RecruitingStart 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, NewYork, NewHampshire, NewJersey, NorthCarolina, Washington, D.C. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Brown is an E‑Verify Employer.

EEO Statement

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

Welcome!

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