Assistant Head Coach, Women's Wrestling

Life University•Marietta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach – Women’s Wrestling is responsible for having an in-depth understanding of all aspects that relate to the Women’s Wrestling program, as well as the ongoing recruitment of and development of student-athletes at Life University. The Assistant Coach performs responsibilities in alignment with the department vision of being a leading institution in performance and meaningful student-athlete experience, and consistently demonstrates valued behaviors of respect, grit, constant growth, and integrity. This position will oversee the Women’s Wrestling program in the absence of the Head Coach. The Assistant Coach is also expected to work with the Head Coach in the successful execution of the deliverables for the Women’s Wrestling program: Execution of business deliverables: Successful planning and monitoring of program budget, Plan and execute fundraising initiatives, Oversee scholarship distribution to student athletes within allotted parameters, Maintain required roster size. Execution of performance deliverables: Sustain a competitive program that competes within the conference landscape and competing for bid(s) to the national tournament. Ensure a high level of academic engagement and performance in the classroom, resulting in a team GPA as set by the Director of Athletics, and the graduation of student-athletes. Exhibit Life University standards of lasting purpose, Attitude of helpfulness and gratitude, Manage to the best solution, Personally commit to building relationships, User friendly always, Exhibit student-centeredness in performance of all job duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Previous collegiate coaching and recruiting experience.
Ability to demonstrate overall business acumen.
Basic knowledge of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) rules and regulations.
Ability to interact effectively in a collegial environment.
CPR/AED certified.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of experience in coaching and recruiting experience.
Working knowledge and understanding of NAIA/NCAA rules and policies.
Proficient with statistical/scoring software programs.

Responsibilities

Assist in the coaching/supervision of daily practices and on-mat development including off-season development.
Meet performance expectations for team.
Assist with recruitment activities for student athletes as directed by the head coach.
Assist with the organization of team travel as directed by the head coach.
Work with department administrators in respective areas to ensure the wrestling student-athletes are meeting their athletic and academic responsibilities.
Assist in all efforts to promote the academic success and engagement of student-athletes including making progress toward their degree.
Participate in meetings with the coaching staff, athletic trainers, and university staff to ensure coherent communication throughout the organization.
Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach/Athletic Director.
Fulfill campus liaison duties, if applicable, for entire Department of Athletics as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Successful planning and monitoring of program budget.
Plan and execute fundraising initiatives.
Oversee scholarship distribution to student athletes within allotted parameters.
Maintain required roster size.
Sustain a competitive program that competes within the conference landscape and competing for bid(s) to the national tournament.
Ensure a high level of academic engagement and performance in the classroom, resulting in a team GPA as set by the Director of Athletics, and the graduation of student-athletes.