Assistant Coach, Wrestling

EXPIRED

Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is currently seeking candidates for the Athletics Assistant Coach, Wrestling position.  Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).  

This position assists the Head Coach with the organization, development and implementation of a competitive NCAA Division I wrestling program. Responsibilities include assisting with scouting, recruiting, coaching, practice and dual meet scheduling, fundraising, clinics, community outreach, and the administration of team budgets of the wrestling program.

All department employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League and ECAC rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the department are to be reported to the appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions are required to pass the NCAA Coaches Certification Test and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Athletic Department).

Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is currently seeking candidates for the Athletics Assistant Coach, Wrestling position.  Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).  

This position assists the Head Coach with the organization, development and implementation of a competitive NCAA Division I wrestling program. Responsibilities include assisting with scouting, recruiting, coaching, practice and dual meet scheduling, fundraising, clinics, community outreach, and the administration of team budgets of the wrestling program.

All department employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League and ECAC rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the department are to be reported to the appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions are required to pass the NCAA Coaches Certification Test and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Athletic Department).

 Job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Working with the Head Coach, develop and implement a recruiting strategy.
• Manage the process of identifying, evaluating and communicating with prospective student-athletes, specifically those in assigned weight class.
• Serve as the recruiting administrator to ensure all prospects receive communication, decisions and appropriate follow-up.
• Determine and evaluate all recruiting aspects including identifying and evaluating all prospects, unofficial and official visits, organizes weekly recruiting meetings with staff, and provide Head Coach with student-athlete recommendations.
• Independently manages on-mat safety, teaching, practices and development of assigned weight classes, approximately 12-15 student-athletes.
• Advise the Head Coach about which student-athletes should compete at each of those weight classes.
• Work with the Head Coach in the overall development of the Wrestling program, including long- and short-term team objectives, practice preparation and management, teaching technique, preparing student-athletes for competition, scouting, and video analysis.
• Maintain phone logs, prepare unofficial and official visit forms, oversee academic student-athlete progress, team equipment, travel, compliance with all rules, and in attendance of all departmental meetings.
• Maintain knowledge of NCAA & Ivy League rules, including an understanding of and compliance with “Dead Period” for recruiting.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Two to four years coaching experience at the high school and/or collegiate level required.

• Some collegiate coaching & recruiting experience preferred.

• Competitive collegiate wrestling experience preferred.

Job Competencies

• Ability to recruit within NCAA and Ivy League rules.
• Strong organizational; creative writing; interpersonal; oral communication and computer skills.
• Ability to write, draft and edit correspondence for publications.
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
• Commitment to the student-athlete, passion for wrestling, and the ability to coach and motivate.
• The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background and DMV checks satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.

Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2023-09-13

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Department:

Athletics and Recreation

Grade:

Grade 9

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type :

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

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