Head Wrestling Coach and Associate the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Educatio

The Andrew F. Barth Head Coach of Wrestling is responsible for organizing and administering all aspects of the wrestling program, including, but not limited to: coaching, recruiting, contest scheduling, supervising staff, fund-raising, marketing, budgeting and complying with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Council of Ivy Group Presidents (Council of Ivy League Presidents), and Columbia University rules and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruiting quality student-athletes capable of pursuing the baccalaureate degree as demonstrated by maintenance of an exemplary graduation rate
• Demonstrating excellent teaching and coaching competencies
• Achieving competitive results that demonstrate athletic excellence
• Providing leadership in the personal development of student-athletes by projecting a positive and professional image
• Providing opportunities for the social, emotional and academic development, as well as the athletic welfare, of student-athletes
• Designing a competitive schedule that maximizes student-athlete development and performance
• Managing a cost-effective and administratively efficient wrestling program
• Demonstrating excellent writing, speaking and listening skills
• Developing and sustaining positive relationships with alumni and friends of the wrestling program
• Participating in friend, fan, and fund-raising activities
• Training and supervising assistant coaches
• Participating in continuing education conferences, workshops to increase professional skills and knowledge
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Council of Ivy League Presidents, University, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations
• Contributing to the maintenance of good working relationship with all members of the Department
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Qualification:

• Five years of coaching experience, preferably at the NCAA Division I level
• An understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in highly competitive academic environment
• Strong recruiting, teaching and coaching skills
• An inherent ability to build and maintain positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders including student-athletes, staff and alumni
• Dedication to the mission of the University and commitment to gender equity and diversity are essential

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

About Columbia University

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