Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Requisition # 2026-21707

Date Posted 4 days ago(4/10/2026 10:07 AM)

Department Athletics-Coaches

Category Athletics

Job Type Part-Time

Overview

The mission of Princeton UniversityDepartment of Athleticsis to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Assistant Coach of Wrestling is to provide a quality varsity program which will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program.

Responsibilities

Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Requisition # 2026-21707

Date Posted 4 days ago(4/10/2026 10:07 AM)

Department Athletics-Coaches

Category Athletics

Job Type Part-Time

Overview

The mission of Princeton UniversityDepartment of Athleticsis to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Assistant Coach of Wrestling is to provide a quality varsity program which will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program.

Responsibilities

• Coach wrestling in a substantive manner that is consistent with the educational mission of the University.
• Assist in the preparation necessary to compete at the Division I level.
• Assist the head coach with the planning and execution of all practices.
• Serve as the recruiting coordinator. 
  • Successfully identify and recruit student-athletes within the framework of the University guidelines and policies.
• The assistant coach will be responsible for a wide variety of administrative tasks including but not limited to CARA Forms, recruiting logs, calendars, rosters and other various reports for NCAA and Ivy League compliance related issues.
• Work effectively with administrators, the support staff, and other coaches and programs within the Department of Athletics.
• Communicate effectively with various institutional constituencies (e.g., faculty, administration, students, parents, staff, alumni and friends) in order to strengthen programmatic integration with the University.
• Assist with the development of the Friends Group.
• Adhere to Ivy League, ECAC and NCAA rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience.
• Successful background in coaching wrestling.
•  Excellent organizational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage team dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational ability for practice, program management, and recruiting.
• An understanding of the fundamental role that intercollegiate athletics, properly implemented, can play in the educational development of our student-athletes.
•  Ability to uphold the commitment to Department of Athletics mission and values of Education Through Athletics.
• Proficient with MS office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification subsequent to the date of hire.
• Wrestling coaching experience preferably at the collegiate level.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

34.44

Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours

Nights and weekends are required.

Eligible for Overtime

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Probationary Period

180 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Estimated Appointment End Date

6/30/2027

Comments Related to End Date

Contracts are renewed on an annual basis.

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver’s License Required

Yes

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Salary Range

$86,000 to $116,000

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