Ohio Northern Assistant

Assistant Coach of Wrestling

Posting Number: S000206
Classification: 10
Position Type: Staff
Department: Athletics

Benefits Summary: Eligible for voluntary employee contributions into the TIAA 403(b), up to specified federal limits.

Job Summary: The Assistant Coach of Wrestling will have primary coaching responsibility for the lower weight classes and will assist the Head Wrestling Coach in coordinating and conducting all aspects of the wrestling program including but not limited to practices, competitions, recruiting, social media and fundraising. This position will provide a great opportunity to work toward a Master’s Degree online or at a local university while gaining valuable collegiate wrestling coaching experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for primarily coaching the lower weight classes, including but not limited to planning practices and competitions. Skill development, film evaluation and on-mat instruction are essential.
• Recruiting: Assist in all phases of the recruiting process, specifically the scouting and evaluation of skilled and academically qualified student-athletes.
• Commitment to student-athlete academic progress.
• Assist with camps and clinics.
• Commitment to comply with all policies and regulations of the wrestling program, the Athletics Department, Ohio Northern University, the Ohio Athletic Conference, and the NCAA.
• Develop and maintain effective interaction with students, faculty/staff, and the general public.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Desired Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Prior successful collegiate wrestling/coaching experience at/with the lower weight classes.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) and social media platforms. • Effective verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Prior successful collegiate wrestling/coaching experience at/with the lower weight classes.

Appointment Length: 10-months

Open Until Filled: Yes

Status: Part-Time

To view full description and apply online go to: https://jobs.onu.edu/postings/6240

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