Assistant Coach, Wrestling

The Assistant Wrestling Coach at Upper Iowa University reports directly to the Head Wrestling Coach and is responsible for assisting the head coach in the planning, directing, and evaluating all aspects and facets of a successful wrestling program on the NCAA Division II level. Duties include, but not limited to: recruitment of highly skilled and academically qualified student-athletes, monitor academic progress and eligibility, and effectively analyze and teach the fundamentals skills and strategies of the sport.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coach in all day-to-day operations of the wrestling program.
• Coordinate student athlete activities including but not limited to individual workouts, team workouts, conditioning, and academic services as needed and designated by the Head Coach.
• Promote the philosophy and objectives of the wrestling program, the intercollegiate athletic department, and University.
• Serve as a leader, mentor, and role model to the student-athletes of the wrestling program.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit highly skilled and academically qualified student-athletes.
• Responsible for adhering to the policies, procedures, and regulations of the University, Department of Athletics, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC).
• Coordinate and work with the Office of Admissions in the recruitment of potential student-athletes and campus visits.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree.
• Former Student-Athlete or previous coaching experience.