Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Brown University • Providence, RI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking an Assistant Coach, Wrestling. The position supports the Head Coach in leading and developing student-athletes, teaching athletic skills, fostering character, and contributing to game strategy. It also handles daily program operations, including recruitment coordination, travel arrangements, and scheduling.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of relevant coaching and/or competitive playing experience. Relevant playing experience at the intercollegiate, professional, elite amateur, or comparable competitive level may count toward the experience requirement. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, at least five years of directly related coaching and/or competitive playing experience is required. The position is full-time, fixed term, and onsite in Providence, Rhode Island, with 37.5 scheduled weekly hours. Employment offers are contingent on a satisfactory criminal, education, and motor vehicle record background check and education verification. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of relevant coaching and/or competitive playing experience; relevant playing experience may count if obtained at the intercollegiate, professional, elite amateur, or comparable competitive level.
• Alternatively, at least five years of directly related coaching and/or competitive playing experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated experience in intercollegiate athletics, professional athletics, elite amateur sport, or a comparable competitive environment.
• Strong understanding of the sport’s rules, techniques, and strategies.
• Knowledge of athlete development principles, including strength, conditioning, and skill progression.
• Understanding of team dynamics, sportsmanship, and athlete wellness.
• Ability to instruct athletes effectively and provide constructive feedback and guidance.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Observation and evaluation skills to monitor athlete performance and identify development needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff and adapt to changing priorities and high-pressure or competitive situations.
• Ability to maintain compliance with University and NCAA/Ivy League policies.
• Annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting and current AED/CPR and First Aid certification; certification is available at no cost through the Division.
• Successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Coach in the leadership and development of student-athletes.
• Teach athletic skills and contribute to student-athlete character development and game strategy.
• Execute daily program operations, including recruitment coordination, travel arrangements, and scheduling.
• Instruct athletes in practices, drills, and skill development.
• Provide feedback and guidance to athletes and collaborate with coaching staff on game strategy and player development.
• Support evaluation of prospective student-athletes and provide recruiting recommendations.
• Comply with University, NCAA, and Ivy League policies and regulations; report known rules violations to the compliance office and appropriate parties.
• Complete annual NCAA recruiting rules education and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level