Athletics Assistant Coach Women's Wrestling

Position SummarySacred Heart University is seeking an Assistant Womens Wrestling Coach who possesses the coaching expertise and organizational skills needed to assist the head coach in building and developing an NCAA Division I Wrestling Program. Principal Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssist the head coach with the recruitment and selection of prospective student-athletes in accordance with clearly documented roster goals and in compliance with the standards and principles of the operating codes of the NCAA and Sacred Heart the head coach with organizing scheduling and conducting regular practices in and out of season within the guidelines set forth by the NCAA and the applicable the head coach in the development of a competitively successful wrestling teamAssists the head coach in providing leadership and instruction in the academic personal and athletic development of student athletes by counseling team members in academic citizenship sportsmanship and personal matters as assignedFollow the administrative procedures established by the University as published in the Athletics Policies and Procedures student athletes the opportunity for a positive experience and climate in which to achieve their academic athletic and personal goals. Applies strategies to motivate and encourage student-athletes to comply with the Code of Ethical Conduct (Bylaw 10.1-10.4)Assists the head coach in administrative and office duties including but not limited to team travel meeting arrangements fundraising and social media coordinationManages other tasks assigned by the head coachDemonstrates strong work ethic and energyOther duties as assignedKnowledge Skills Abilities & Other AttributesBachelors Degree requiredMust possess a valid drivers license with no violations and maintain a clean driving recordSuccessful collegiate-level coaching experience preferredAbility to relate to student-athletesKnowledge of NCAA Wrestling RulesKnowledge of Womens Freestyle Wrestling RulesExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsStrong administrative skillsUnusual Working ConditionsAbility to work weekends. May drive SHU vehicles and students as needed for the position.