Men's Wrestling Coach

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Category:

Administrative

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Pella, IA

Posted:

Mar 18, 2024

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

173793

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About Central College:

Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, four-year college known for its academic rigor, engaged citizenship and character formation, experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), athletics and service. The Central experience is rooted in exploration and self-discovery and enhanced by life in an academic community of 1,100 students. Founded in 1853, the college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake.

Job Description:

This position reports to the Athletics Director for the overall management and leadership of the intercollegiate wrestling program. This program will support the philosophy, mission, and standards of Central College, the American Rivers Conference (ARC) and the NCAA, Division III.

• Develop and maintain a highly competitive intercollegiate program within rules and regulations of the institution, the American Rivers Conference, and NCAA Division III.

• Plan, organize, and manage all phases of the program including:

  • teaching student-athlete skill development and mental/motivating techniques for competition.
  • scheduling and supervision of practice and game sessions
  • supervision and evaluation of assistant coach(s) and other support staff members in an efficient and productive manner
  • monitoring and maintaining the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.

• Develop a yearly recruiting plan and budget. Recruit and retain academically qualified student-athletes within the guidelines of Central College, the ARC and NCAA Division III.

• Collaborate with admission office staff for contacts, campus visits, and other recruiting activities.

• Maintain a roster that is competitive within the ARC and NCAA, Division III and supports the college enrollment strategy and mission.

• Monitor student-athlete progression to ensure graduation, retention, and eligibility.

• Manage the program budget in collaboration with the athletics office manager.

• Develop an out of season strength and conditioning program in collaboration with the strength and conditioning staff/coaches in accordance with NCAA rules.

• Develop and direct camps, clinics, and fund-raising activities to support the program.

• Work cooperatively with faculty members, admission, alumni, and development office personnel, the sports information director, all student support services, and all athletic department personnel.

• Attend staff development activities and coach's meetings.

• Oversee operations of events and tournaments including but not limited to:

  • Meet and greet officials, visiting teams, and other event staff. Serve as point of contact for risk management and site management (safety, parking, crowd control, and concessions).
  • Serve as building manager for the event, including venue set up and clean up as necessary. Secure cash boxes and tickets for gates as needed.
  • Supervise student staff working the event.

• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, master's preferred
• Three to five years of coaching experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• First Aid/CPR/AED certified or ability to obtain certification within six months
• Ability to travel; night and week-end work
• Valid driver's license and the ability to be insured to drive college vehicles

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