Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

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Job Title:  Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach

Department :  Athletics

Classification : Part-Time, Exempt

Supervises :  Student-Athletes

Reports   to :  Head Women’s Wrestling Coach

Location : Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND UNTIL MARCH 2026!

Job Title:  Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach

Department :  Athletics

Classification : Part-Time, Exempt

Supervises :  Student-Athletes

Reports   to :  Head Women’s Wrestling Coach

Location : Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND UNTIL MARCH 2026!

About Siena Heights University:

Siena Heights University is a Catholic institution founded by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, located in beautiful Adrian, Michigan.  With a student population averaging 1,700 undergraduates and 163 graduate-level students: with approximately 300 employees. The Siena Heights University mission is “to assist people to become more competent, purposeful, and ethical through a teaching and learning environment which respects the dignity of all” and the team at Siena supports the Catholic and Dominican mission and identity, which are inspired by the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena.

Position Overview:

The Coach plays a key role in supporting the Head Coach in all aspects of the Women’s Wrestling program including athlete development, training sessions, recruiting and administrative duties. Assists in the planning, organizing, and coaching of the Siena Heights University  SPORT’S  Team. The Assistant Coach is further responsible for supporting the Head Coach in providing a quality athletic program for student- athletes through pre and postseason training/conditioning, intercollegiate competition, student-athlete recruitment and monitoring of academic progress. The Assistant Coach is responsible for directing the additional Women’s Wrestling student workers.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coach in preparing the student-athlete for competition in the Women’s Wrestling season by instructing and teaching in the fundamentals of Women’s Wrestling performance, creating and executing daily practice plans, including pre and post season conditioning programs. 
• Instructing athletes in game strategy and rules knowledge; and providing individualized coaching and mentorship to student-athletes to support their athletic and personal development.
• Assist in providing and maintaining necessary uniforms and equipment. 
• Assist the Head Coach in recruitment and retention of student-athletes through scouting, evaluation and communication with prospective athletes and their families, including networking through high schools, travel programs, junior colleges as well as parents and student-athletes.
• Assist with team travel arrangements, schedule management, and logistical coordination for practices and competitions. 
• Assist with recruiting correspondence with high school and junior college coaches as well as prospective student-athletes. Assist in the planning, organizing and execution of fundraising events for the Women’s Wrestling budget. 
• Assists in monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress by scheduling study sessions and communicating with academic advisors and faculty. Promote environment in which student-athlete will establish purposeful and ethical characteristics.
• This position is institutionally authorized to accept financial aid documents and verify information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience, Abilities and Skills Required:

Education/Certification:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in sports management, physical education or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide necessary skills to mentor and develop student-athletes holistically and understand the academic environment, including compliance with academic standards, scheduling challenges, and the academic needs of student-athletes.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Professional Experience:

• Requires previous Women’s Wrestling coaching or player experience, preferably at the collegiate level.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to instruct and motivate student-athletes and assistant coaches.
• Communicate clearly in writing as well as have highly developed time management skills.
• Passion for the institution’s mission, traditions, and long-term success. Consistently demonstrate the mission, vision, and values of the University.
• Demonstrate commitment and ability to provide quality student-athlete experience.
• Reliable and dependable attendance.
• CPR/AED certification and knowledge of sports medicine best practices (preferred).
• Ability to work on a varied schedule including nights and weekends with travel as needed.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Ability to operate standard office/practice equipment/technology.

• Ability to conduct practices and coaching competitions. 

• Ability to travel to locations throughout campus, regionally, and beyond for recruiting and team travel.

• Ability to interact with other members of the student affairs staff, university community, student- athletes, prospective student athletes, parents, coaches and university administrators and other contacts as determined by the nature and scope of responsibilities. 

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance

Siena Heights University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law.  Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  To ensure equal employment opportunities for qualified individuals with a disability, Siena Heights University will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the organization would result.

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