Women's Wrestling Head Coach

EXPIRED

Position Description & Details:

Bismarck State College is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to serve as the Women’s Wrestling Head Coach. This individual will be instrumental in building the program from the ground up, starting with recruitment and culminating in full coaching responsibilities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the college’s athletic mission and fostering excellence both on and off the mat.

Responsibilities:

• Support and assist the Director of Athletics with the athletic operations of the college.
• Develop and lead a competitive Women’s Wrestling program that aligns with the college’s standards and values.
• Actively recruit and retain a required number of intercollegiate-level student-athletes.
• Plan and assist in the development of the competition schedule and practice plans.

Duties:

Phase 1: Athletic Recruitment and Development 

• Identify and recruit talented student-athletes to meet program goals.
• Build relationships with prospective student-athletes, their families, and high school coaches.
• Assist in creating and managing a comprehensive team schedule, including practices, competitions, and team events.

Phase 2: Coaching and Program Operations

• Support student-athletes with enrollment procedures, academic programs, and financial aid.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Academic Compliance Coordinator to ensure all student-athletes are academically eligible and making progress toward degree completion.
• Facilitate the use of academic support resources, including the Learning Skills Center, to enhance student success.
• Teach and demonstrate sports techniques, playing rules, strategies, and match tactics.
• Promote sportsmanship, respect, and appreciation for diversity within athletics and the community.
• Work with the Director of Athletics to schedule league matches and tournaments for the team.
• Manage the budget for the Women’s Wrestling team.
• Coordinate the purchase, inventory, repair, and maintenance of team uniforms and equipment.
• Plan and supervise practices to ensure a structured and effective training environment.

Minimum Requirements: - Minimum two years coaching experience. - Effective public and interpersonal communication skills. - Knowledge of Wrestling competition, rules, and strategies per NJCAA. - Recruiting skills and coordination ability to assess athletic talent with knowledge of recruiting compliance and regulations. - Leadership and motivational skills, and ability to serve as a positive role model. - The ability to market the College and its athletic program to potential students and community. - The ability to organize and implement fundraising projects. - The ability to build and sustain successful intercollegiate athletic programs. - The ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications: - Collegiate Athletic Wrestling experience.

Applicant Materials Required:

To be considered by the search committee, thoroughly complete the application and upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• References

STARTING DATE: JANUARY 2025

Additional Information:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Bismarck State College does not provide sponsorships. BSC is an E-Verify Employer.

For more information or assistance contact:  Human Resources (701) 224-5531.  This position requires a criminal history record check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

http://bismarckstate.edu/employment/

Human Resources*Meadowlark Building*PO Box 5587*1700 Schafer St.*Bismarck, ND 58506-5587

701-224-5531*800-366-6888 (TTY Relay ND)

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility including a copy of NGB 22 from the National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.

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