Assistant Coach, Wrestling

EXPIRED

Job Summary

The Assistant Coach will assist in training, administering, and preparing the Wrestling Team for success on the conference and national level. Oversee all aspects of team travel, event management & promotion, and monitor the academic progress for the program. Successful candidate will demonstrate the Wrestling Program’s team mission of “Bringing the H.E.A.T.” (heart, effort, attitude, team). Specific responsibilities to be assigned under the direction of the Head Wrestling Coach.

Essential Functions

Job Summary

The Assistant Coach will assist in training, administering, and preparing the Wrestling Team for success on the conference and national level. Oversee all aspects of team travel, event management & promotion, and monitor the academic progress for the program. Successful candidate will demonstrate the Wrestling Program’s team mission of “Bringing the H.E.A.T.” (heart, effort, attitude, team). Specific responsibilities to be assigned under the direction of the Head Wrestling Coach.

Essential Functions

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• Assist the Head Coach all aspects of leading an effective varsity athletic program.
• Assist in coaching, training, and motivating the program's student-athletes to perform at the highest level through organized team and individual sessions.
• Foster an environment within the program that supports the department's mission of personal growth and integrity, diversity, leadership, sportsmanship, respect, and a commitment to academic and athletic excellence.
• Responsible for understanding and abiding by NCAA, EIWA and University rules and regulations.
• Responsible for organizing and managing day to day recruiting operations. Scout and Identify prospects.
• Liaison for Compliance in regard to Admissions, Financial Aid & Housing. Travel coordinator - organize official/unofficial visits and scouting events/visits.
• Responsible for all Team Travel in conjunction with Athletics business office – transportation, hotels, itineraries, meals and practice.
• Assists with Fundraising and Development; assist with Day of Giving/phone-a-thon. Continue established efforts and create new initiatives as dictated by program.
• Coordinate alumni events including socials, golf outing etc.
• Responsible for event management and promotion of home matches.
• Create and implement a marketing plan for all home events and assist with social media for program.
• Responsible for coordinating all team equipment. Work with equipment office to order, curate and distribute all team gear.
• Assist with the organization and publicity of camps and clinics.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of NCAA and conference rules.
• Collegiate wrestling experience.

Location

University City, Philadelphia PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt. Please note that the offered rate can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

We encourage you to explore Drexel's Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on our compensation framework.

You can also find valuable information about our benefits in the Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.