Head Women's Wrestling Coach

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Iowa State University Athletics is searching for a leader to champion our NCAA women’s wrestling program with integrity, passion, and results. The Head Coach is responsible for administering all aspects of the women’s wrestling program with a commitment to University, Big 12 Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, and regulations while driving success and upholding our proud ISU tradition and values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Experience coaching or competing in wrestling at a highly competitive collegiate or elite/professional level
Excellent work ethic along with high integrity
Exceptional motivational, coaching/teaching, leadership, communication and recruiting 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

Nice To Haves

Successful experience coaching wrestling athletes at the collegiate, international, or elite amateur levels
Experience coaching female wrestlers
Collegiate or international wrestling experience as an athlete
Demonstrated ability to recruit and develop highly skilled student-athletes and strong recruiting connections

Responsibilities

Build and maintain a competitive and successful women's wrestling program
Identify and successfully recruit and retain academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes
Provide solid teaching, mentoring, motivation and coaching
Develop well-rounded student-athletes ensuring academic progress and graduation
Plan and direct effective practice sessions, evaluations of opponents, line ups and demonstrate good decision making during competitive coaching situations
Establish and maintain an environment conducive to the health and well-being, development and academic success of the student-athletes
Effectively manage the program’s budget and assemble and lead a highly qualified and effective staff
Coordinate support services and appropriate public relations and promotional activities as necessary for program success
Establish and maintain effective interactions with the university community and administrators, alumni, donors, media and the public
Other administrative duties