Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

Responsibilities

•Assist the Head Coach in providing coaching and instruction in the sport. •Conduct the sport program in strict accordance with applicable NCAA and GLVC bylaws. •Fully comply with all established College policies and procedures •Promote academic excellence and graduation by monitoring academic progress, study tables, academic meetings, and class attendance. •Assist the head coach in planning and administering practice sessions and other related training activities •Plan and conduct on–campus recruiting events for official and unofficial visits. •Evaluate talent and recruit prospective student-athletes in coordination with the Office of Admissions. •Drive vans to transport team when appropriate •Submit appropriate reports and forms to administrative staff as requested •Assist with all planning of team travel to away contests. •Plan, promote and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons. •Participate in community service and fund-raising activities. •Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field is preferred with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in academic program of study. •Progressive experience as a coach in the sport, with collegiate experience preferred •Familiarity with appropriate athletic governing organization rules and regulations (NCAA, NWCA, WCWA, GLVC) •Experience coaching or competing in Freestyle Wrestling •Strong interpersonal and organizational communications. •An understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges in the environment of private higher education •Have, or be willing to obtain, a Missouri Class E License.

Working Conditions:

•Ability to work in varying temperatures. •Ability to engage in on-mat practice with students participating in the sport. •Evening and weekend work required, out of town travel required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.