Assistant Wrestling Coach - Athletics

• Candidates must be able to teach proper technique and skill development in wrestling. Candidates should have a complete and thorough understanding of the sport and be able to instruct student-athletes in small group and one-on-one settings.
• Applicants should have a familiarity with various mental approaches in wrestling and be able to instruct student-athletes in this area.
• Applicants should be well versed and able to instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts and team building exercises, team development techniques and safety.
• The assistant wrestling coach will assist the head coach in reviewing performances of wrestlers and in scouting and preparing for opponents.
• A thorough understanding of NCAA and GMAC rules and regulations is required. The assistant coach must adhere to these rules and help ensure that the program is in compliance with all rules, regulations and guidelines. The ability to articulate these to student-athletes is also required.
• An understanding of Ashland University's mission and goals is required. Applicants must have the ability to explain these to student-athletes.
• This position will help supervise practices and be on the bench for wrestling matches. The assistant coach will be heavily involved in home game-day setup, teardown and in facility preparation.
• The assistant wrestling coach will assist in plans for travel.
• This position requires the ability to recruit potential student-athletes. The assistant wrestling coach will be required to recruit off campus and be involved in on-campus visits. The position will assist the head coach in developing the overall recruiting plan.
• The assistant wrestling coach will assist the head coach in monitoring academic progress of all student-athletes on the team and working with various constituencies across campus to ensure that student-athletes receive the proper academic counseling and assistance.
• This position reports to the head wrestling coach and the athletic director. This position could include other duties including event management and representing the athletic department at various functions.

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Candidates should have previous experience coaching wrestling on the college level
• Candidates must have the ability to successfully impart knowledge on all areas of wrestling
• Ability to identify and recruit student-athletes is required
• Position requires well-developed communication skills, as well as strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work weekends and evenings is required. This position requires extensive travel, both in recruiting and to competitions

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