Assistant Coach of Men's Wrestling

Job Summary:

Delaware Valley University seeks applications for the position of Part-Time Assistant Wrestling Coach. The position reports to the Director of Wrestling Operations.  Responsibilities include assisting the Director of Wrestling Operations in all facets of a competitive NCAA athletic program including but not limited to: compliance with all NCAA regulations, the recruitment and evaluation of qualified student-athletes, game-day preparation and scouting of opponents, practice planning and skill development, continuing to grow and develop the Delaware Valley University Wrestling social media presence, and providing general support to the Director of Wrestling Operations and to the entire program, including community service and fundraising efforts.   

Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Demonstrating leadership, sportsmanship and conduct becoming of the coaching profession
• Reviewing any rule changes relative to Wrestling; always adhering to all rules, regulations and policies of the NCAA and MAC
• Assisting the Director of Wrestling Operations with annual recruiting goals and attempting to enroll a diverse group of qualified student athletes capable of participation at Division III varsity level
• Assisting in organizing and conducting an appropriate number of practice sessions and directing all activities during contests
• Preparing a schedule of team activities in conjunction with the head coach that complies with departmental policies, goals and objectives
• Assisting the Director of Wrestling Operations with coordination of team travel, housing meals and funds
• Communicating and cooperating with the training staff regarding athletic medical clearances, injury prevention, rehabilitation and status of injured athletes
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Summary:

Delaware Valley University seeks applications for the position of Part-Time Assistant Wrestling Coach. The position reports to the Director of Wrestling Operations.  Responsibilities include assisting the Director of Wrestling Operations in all facets of a competitive NCAA athletic program including but not limited to: compliance with all NCAA regulations, the recruitment and evaluation of qualified student-athletes, game-day preparation and scouting of opponents, practice planning and skill development, continuing to grow and develop the Delaware Valley University Wrestling social media presence, and providing general support to the Director of Wrestling Operations and to the entire program, including community service and fundraising efforts.   

Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Demonstrating leadership, sportsmanship and conduct becoming of the coaching profession
• Reviewing any rule changes relative to Wrestling; always adhering to all rules, regulations and policies of the NCAA and MAC
• Assisting the Director of Wrestling Operations with annual recruiting goals and attempting to enroll a diverse group of qualified student athletes capable of participation at Division III varsity level
• Assisting in organizing and conducting an appropriate number of practice sessions and directing all activities during contests
• Preparing a schedule of team activities in conjunction with the head coach that complies with departmental policies, goals and objectives
• Assisting the Director of Wrestling Operations with coordination of team travel, housing meals and funds
• Communicating and cooperating with the training staff regarding athletic medical clearances, injury prevention, rehabilitation and status of injured athletes
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

  Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Strong managerial, administrating, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred
• Ability to work some evenings, weekends and occasional overnights.
• Clean driving record

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Prior playing or coaching at the college level is preferred
    
   

Selected applicants will be responsible for providing the University with clearances, appropriate to the position, that have been completed within the last 5 years. These clearances include: Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Fingerprints completed by IDENTGO, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History clearance.

Delaware Valley University (DelVal) is a private, comprehensive, nonprofit university educating students with a curriculum that emphasizes and requires experiential learning. Located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, about 30 miles north of Philadelphia, the University offers 28 undergraduate majors in business, arts and sciences, and agricultural and environmental sciences; 12 master's degrees; and a doctorate in education. Founded in 1896, DelVal has been cited by the National Society for Experiential Education as having the country's top experiential learning program, by Princeton Review as one of the best colleges in the Northeast, and by College Factual as having one of the top 20 animal science programs in the country.

Delaware Valley University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.  

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