Head Women's Wrestling Coach

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Head Women’s Wrestling Coach

Department: Athletics
Status: Exempt, Full Time
Closes: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

Report To: Director of Athletics
Classification: Administrator

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Head Women’s Wrestling Coach

Department: Athletics
Status: Exempt, Full Time
Closes: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

Report To: Director of Athletics
Classification: Administrator

Mercyhurst University, an NCAA Division I member invites applications for the position of Head Women’s
Wrestling Coach to develop, promote, and participate in all facets of the Women’s Wrestling program.

Mercyhurst University places a special emphasis on the teaching component of coaching positions. Participation in
sport at Mercyhurst builds on the important lesson’s students learn in the classroom. Mercyhurst views athletics as
an extension and important part of the education and teaching mission of the University. Student-athletes are
learning teamwork, ethics, discipline, and skill sets that will enhance their ability to succeed after leaving the
University. The “teaching” of one’s sport and the related lessons that accompany participation in athletics are the
primary and central functions of each coaching position at Mercyhurst University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the Director of Wrestling to create and sustain a successful women’s wrestling program.
• Advanced knowledge of freestyle wrestling has been acquired by significant experience coaching or

competing in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience

• Ensure that all relevant Mercyhurst University, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations are followed.
Including, but not limited to, student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic
progress. Ensure compliance with Mercyhurst University and NCAA rules by student athletes and sport
related staff.

• Promote academic excellence, integrity, and graduation. Monitor academic progress, academic meetings,

class scheduling and attendance.

• Teach fundamental skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and game plans

for both championship and non-championship seasons.

• Prepare, manage, and maximize program operating budget with established fundraising goals.
• Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes.
• Direct and manage the Women’s Wrestling program recruiting efforts of prospective student athletes to

include the following: maintain a database, observe practices and games, host on campus visits, initiate and
respond to phone calls and emails to meet minimum roster requirements.

• Order and maintain appropriate uniforms, equipment, and supplies.
• Coordinate team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals.
• Plan, promote, and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons.
• Establish a positive relationship with the media.
• Establish, maintain and be responsive to community and programmatic contacts.
• Develop meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student athletes.
• Participate in fundraising, community service and engagement programs, assigned and/or coordinated by

the Department of Athletics.

• Lead efforts to enhance the overall student athlete experience.

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

• Seek out and take advantage of opportunities to serve on sport related committees.
• Supervisor assistant coach(es) and work in conjunction with the director or wrestling.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three years of relevant sport coaching.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience at the collegiate level or higher preferred.
• Must have current licensure for transportation of the team in vans or bus.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Must have current training in first aid and CPR.
• Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to

completion.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position involves both sedentary work inside and active work on the mats in coaching and training situations with
student athletes.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until date
indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:

Human Resources Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of achieving equal opportunity for
all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state and local law in admissions, employment and all
services and programs provided.

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, citizenship
status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any other legally protected
characteristic or because of any individual’s legally protected activities.
Mercyhurst complies with federal, state and local legislation and regulations regarding
nondiscrimination. This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for employment,
students and applicants for educational programs and activities.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.

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