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Athletic Assistant - Men's Wrestling

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Athletic Assistant - Men's Wrestling

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Utica, NY

Posted:

May 22, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Part-time

Salary Type:

Annually

Salary Range:

$6,700.00 - $6,700.00

Position ID:

200797

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About Utica University:

Located in the heart of Central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 as Utica College. We offer many of the advantages of a large university, such as undergraduate and graduate degree options, excellent academic programs, and outstanding faculty, but with an intimacy and a high degree of personal attention more closely associated with smaller private institutions.

We empower learners to achieve their career and life goals through personally enriching experiences and outstanding educational pathways.

At Utica University, we are committed to creating a working and learning environment where all people feel supported.

Following our institutional values, we work to support diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences in an equitable, respectful, and inclusive environment, while promoting freedom of expression and encouraging civil discourse.

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Assists Head Coach with all facets of Men's Wrestling program including organizing and planning of all practices and game strategies, training and health education of student athletes, monitoring academic progress of student athletes and recruiting of athletes for the Program.

This appointment typically runs 3.5 years and includes a stipend, room and meals, and graduate hours. Contract is 10 months in length unless otherwise noted (August 1 through May 31)

 

Responsibilities:

• Adheres to Utica University Athletic Department philosophy, including knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Provides and advises student athletes of obligations and requirements under said philosophy and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Plans and runs daily practices sessions and periodic individual training sessions to ensure players are learning team concepts and safety issues while participating in intercollegiate athletics.
• Monitors players' academic success, providing direction when necessary, including providing for or arranging necessary academic help services.
• May be required to teach physical education classes each semester as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Manages equipment usage, orders and maintains uniforms, etc. Scouts opponents, tape exchange, etc. Assists Athletic Director with game scheduling, transportation, and coordinates publication of team media guide. Contributes time and assistance to Booster Club, if appropriate.
• Recruits prospective student athletes giving them an opportunity to compete and to better themselves as athletes and individuals.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

 

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 1-2 years coaching experience
• Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

 

Certifications :

• Oversees team managers

 

Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of Men's Wrestling
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work with diversified group
• Strong organizations skills
• Must be willing to travel
• Must possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record (as defined by University insurance carrier guidelines)

 

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Oversees team managers

 

Driving Responsibility:

• Must maintain a clean driving record as defined by University insurance carrier guidelines
• Motor vehicle record will be monitored regularly using NYS License Event Notification Service or License Monitor, Inc. for out of state licenses
• Will be required to attend van training annually

 

Travel:

Travel is required

 

Additional Information:

Position Information:

Stipend of $6,700 per 10 months, 12 graduate credit hours per year, on campus housing will be provided and meal plan

 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position  
 
EEO/AA Statement
 
Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.  
 
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff.

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position, you must upload the following documents:  

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter  

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