Millikin Full Time Assistant

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Position Title: Assistant Wrestling Coach
Department: Athletics
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: The Assistant Wrestling Coach is a full-time position and will assist the Millikin Wrestling program in all aspects led by the Head Wrestling Coach – recruiting, team development, home game management, day of competition coaching, fundraising and other duties common to a collegiate wrestling program.

Primary Responsibilities:
Assist in recruitment of quality wrestlers to the program. Help create a positive team culture that leads to success. Foster good relationships with the local high school coaches and the wrestling community.
Responsible for assisting Head Wrestling Coach in all facets of the team including the organization of practices, monitoring academic progress of the student-athletes, day of competition management and strategy.
Comply with all applicable Millikin University, CCIW and NCAA rules, regulations and policies.

Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
A second duty may be assigned dependent upon on the candidate’s strengths and experience.

Minimum Position Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Previous coaching experience
Extensive knowledge of the sport of wrestling
Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to various audiences
Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team atmosphere in the Athletic Department
Strong commitment to the University and NCAA Division III philosophy
Demonstrate commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athlete