Assistant Wrestling Coach

Department: Athletic Department

 Job Status:   Open until filed  

FLSA Status:  Salaried  

Reports To:   Head Coach

Grade/Level: n/a  

Amount of Travel Required: Full Time

Work Schedule:   July 1 – June 30 

Positions Supervised:   n/a

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the program, including but not limited to recruiting, schedule, training, monitoring academic progress, promotions, fundraising and coaching team members. The Assistant Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Benedictine College, the Heart of America Athletic Conference (Heart) and the NAIA. Benedictine College is a member of the NAIA. This is a full time, twelve-month position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assisting with all aspects of the coaching and management of the wrestling program,
• Recruiting and scouting in accordance with the NAIA, Heart and Benedictine College policies and procedures,
• Train and coach members of the program,
• Assist with budget management, fundraising, and alumni development,
• Supporting the academic and personal development of all athletes,
• Visible, fully integrated member of the College community,
• Assist with tracking the admissions and eligibility process involving recruited student-athletes, and for working collaboratively with the Faculty Athletic Representative in this regard,
• Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations of the NAIA as it relates to the program,
• Represent Benedictine College and the program in a professional manner, 
• Responsible for being a proponent of the NAIA Champions of Character Program, and
• Be opened to living within the Atchison community.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Commitment to the overall development of the student-athlete and the mission of the College 
• High level of personal integrity 
• Outstanding work ethic 
• Knowledge of and commitment to NAIA rules and regulations 
• Demonstrated success in recruitment. Experience recruiting scholarship athletes highly desirable 
• Demonstrated ability to inspire student-athletes to develop to their fullest potential 
• Outstanding skills in oral and written communication 
• Good organizational ability and computer competency 

• Strong preference for collegiate wrestling experience, either participating and/or coaching

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities 

Stand F   

Walk F   

Sit F   

Handling / Fingering F   

Reach Outward F  

Reach Above Shoulder F 

Climb N 

Crawl N 

Squat or Kneel F 

Bend F 

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less O 

13-25 lbs O 

26-40 lbs O 

41-100 lbs O

Lift /Carry

10 lbs or less O

11-20 lbs O

21-50 lbs 0

51-100 lbs N

Over 100 lbs N 

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. 

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

 EOE