Assistant Wrestling Coach

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, training student-athletes, recruiting, fundraising, alumni relations, coordinating team travel and working with the head coach in directing all phases of a Division I program, including organizing and supervising all practices and competitions. Davidson competes in the Southern Conference.

Duties:

• Assist in planning and running practice, help the student athlete prepare for the challenges that confront them; assist on mat and in classroom instruction of wrestling coaching techniques and strategies; evaluate and develop individual performances in deficient areas.
• Participate in comprehensive recruiting activities; coordinate efforts with Admissions Office to establish academic eligibility and arrange meetings between prospects and college officials; recommend individuals for scholarships
• Video analysis of matches and prospective athletes
• Compliance – ensure direct compliance with NCAA, SoCon, and Davidson College regulations and policies; ensure coaching staff’s adherence to NCAA and Davidson College athletics regulations, policies, and overall mission of amateurism.
• Other Duties as assigned by supervisor, to include but not limited to closing duty of Baker Sports Complex.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; successful college wrestling experience, possession of good interpersonal and communication, organizational skills, and computer/technological competency.
• The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate effectiveness in coaching college level athletes, good supervisory skills, and the ability to relate to students in a leadership role. Additionally understanding of student athletes in a demanding academic environment and a commitment to the highest ideals of leadership, sportsmanship and academics are required.