Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach
Iowa State University•Ames, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Iowa State University Athletics Department is seeking talented candidates to serve in an entry-level Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach role to help build on our culture of competitive success in competition and in the classroom. This position will assist the Head Coach with all phases of the NCAA program to help develop our student-athletes to reach their full potential.
Requirements
- High level of wrestling knowledge
- Excellent work ethic
- Exceptional motivational, teaching/coaching and communication skills
- Commitment to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body
- Ability to travel extensively including overnight stays for recruiting and competitions
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience coaching or competing in wrestling at a highly competitive level (post high school)
Nice To Haves
- Decorated NCAA Division I wrestling background as a competitive athlete
- Strong recruiting relationships with top wrestling clubs across Iowa
- Expertise within lower men’s weight classes, specifically the 125–133 lb range
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning effective practice sessions and competitive coaching situations
- Effectively teach, mentor, and coach to develop well-rounded student-athletes and contribute to and enhance a nationally competitive athletic experience
- Identify and successfully recruit and retain academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes
- Analyze scouting reports and pre-competition evaluations of opponents to provide effective strategy planning
- Establish and maintain an environment conducive to the welfare and academic success of the student-athletes
- Assist with meet management, operations, and administrative functions
- Adhere to University, Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, and regulations
- Establish and maintain effective interactions with the students, colleagues, university community, alumni, media, and the public
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
