Part-Time Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

PennWest; Edinboro (Erie County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

PennWest seeks a Part-Time Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach to support the head coach in running a competitive program within PSAC and NCAA guidelines. The role requires attending practices and competitions regularly and assisting in recruiting and academic support for student athletes.

The position involves budget planning, travel coordination, fundraising, and promoting the program, with duties expanding to advance both the team and university objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Computer knowledge required.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
• Travel, including some nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience wrestling or coaching at the collegiate level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with the management/implementation of a competitive program within PSAC, NCAA, the CBA, and university rules.
• Assist with planning and managing competitions and practices, including in-season and out-of-season player development.
• Attend practice and competitions on a regular basis.
• Assist in recruiting qualified student athletes.
• Promote the academic success of student athletes.
• Advise student athletes of athletic policies and NCAA requirements.
• Help implement the Edinboro University Athletic Drug Education program; be part of the drug screening team.
• Assist in managing the program budget and travel arrangements.
• Participate in fund-raising events and public relations.
• Submit monthly work schedules to the Head Coach; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal and written communication

Travel availability

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Part-Time Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

Job Title Part-Time Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

Job Description

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit Coaches

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Salary Range

Salary Range $11,375

Position Classification

Department

Type

Type Faculty

Posting Text

Job Summary / Basic Function

• Assist the Head Coach with the management/implementation of a competitive (sport) program within the framework of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference ( PSAC ), NCAA , the CBA , and/or the rules and regulations of the University and any other athletic conference in which the University is a member.
• Assist with the planning and managing of competitions and practices of the program, including in-season and out-of-season player development, at the direction of the head coach.
• Must be able to attend practice and competitions on a regular basis.
• Assist in the recruitment of qualified student athletes.
• Promote the academic success of the student athletes.
• Advise student athletes of the University’s athletic policies and all other appropriate requirements of PSAC and NCAA and any other athletic conference in which the University is a member.
• Help implement the Edinboro University Athletic Drug Education, Screening and Counseling Program for intercollegiate athletics including being a member of the drug screening team.
• Assist in managing the budget for the program, including organizing and planning travel arrangements.
• Participate in fund-raising events and the promotion of good public relations.
• Responsible for the submission of monthly work schedules to the Head Coach as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
• Ability to problem solve and work in a fast-paced environment
• Required to travel, including some nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, alumni, and community

Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary

Bachelor’s degree required; Computer knowledge required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience wrestling or coaching at the collegiate level

Physical Demands

Must have the ability to successfully demonstrate different aspects
of wrestling technique.

Work Location

Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?

Work Hours

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/16/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 10/01/2026

Open Until Filled No

Diversity Statement

PennWest University’s Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement ( CORE ) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university’s mission.

ADA Statement

To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, [e-mail] ; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

EEO Statement

Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email [e-mail] or phone [phone]. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Optional Documents
• Transcripts
• DD214

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