Assistant Coach Women's Wrestling Athletics

The Womens Wrestling Assistant Coach assists the Head Womens Wrestling Coach in all aspects of operating a competitive intercollegiate wrestling program. Responsibilities include coaching recruiting student-athlete development academic support program administration fundraising and compliance with institutional and governing body regulations. The Assistant Coach is expected to promote academic excellence sportsmanship leadership and personal growth among student-athletes while supporting the mission and values of the institution.

Salary & Benefits:

$35000$40000 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits packageincluding medical vision dental life insurance generous employer retirement contributions wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Primary Duties:

1. Recruiting and Retention

• Identify evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes.

• Build and maintain relationships with high school club and junior college coaches.

• Coordinate recruiting visits communication and follow-up activities.

• Assist with retention efforts and support student-athlete success.

• Monitor eligibility requirements and academic progress of student-athletes.

2. Coaching and Student-Athlete Development

• Assist in planning and conducting practices workouts and competitions.

• Teach wrestling techniques strategies and match preparation.

• Support strength and conditioning programs and athlete wellness initiatives.

• Evaluate individual and team performance and implement improvement plans.

• Foster teamwork discipline leadership and sportsmanship.

3. Program Operations and Administration

• Assist with travel arrangements scheduling equipment management and event operations.

• Maintain accurate records and program documentation.

• Coordinate camps clinics community engagement activities and special events.

• Assist with fundraising and alumni relations efforts.

• Support game-day and tournament management responsibilities.

4. Compliance and Academic Support

• Ensure compliance with all institutional conference and governing association rules and regulations.

• Monitor academic performance and provide support resources for student-athletes.

• Promote a culture of integrity accountability and academic achievement.

• Participate in department meetings professional development opportunities and other assigned duties.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.

• Collegiate wrestling experience and/or coaching experience.

• Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to recruit and mentor student-athletes from diverse backgrounds.

• Valid Drivers License is a requirement and a MVR needs to be conducted up hiring

• This position requires frequent interaction with student-athletes coaches administrators alumni and community members. The Assistant Coach must maintain a positive and professional demeanor while representing the institution and its athletics program.

Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Previous collegiate coaching or recruiting experience.

• Knowledge of womens wrestling rules regulations and best practices.

• Experience with strength and conditioning programming.

• CPR First Aid and AED certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment. Ability to travel and work evenings weekends and extended hours during the competitive season are required.

How To Apply:

Attach your cover letter and resume. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting please contact department contact Jake Short . If you need technical assistance please contact Human Resources at

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Application Deadline:

Application review begins June 29 2026. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1- (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.