Assistant Coach – Wrestling

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Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach.

Reporting to the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will be directly responsible for coordinating the activities of his or her unit.

Responsibilities will include:

Student-athlete recruitment and development, on mat coaching, contest scheduling, and compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations;

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach.

Reporting to the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will be directly responsible for coordinating the activities of his or her unit.

Responsibilities will include:

Student-athlete recruitment and development, on mat coaching, contest scheduling, and compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations;

Coordinating and preparing his or her unit for competition, including organizing practices to ensure the unit operates at a high level;

Assisting with the development of the overall student-athlete experience by mentoring student-athletes including evaluating their performance in practice and competition while providing leadership and instruction in areas of deficiencies as required;

Assisting with implementing recruiting strategy, including statistical analysis of prospective student-athlete data and assisting in off campus recruiting and evaluation of potential student-athletes;

Participating in the collection and analysis of tactical and statistical data of opponent tendencies and assisting in designing scouting reports and game strategies;

Promoting the philosophy and objectives of the University of Missouri Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, including adhering to all Departmental, University, and NCAA rules and regulations;

Performing other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach, the assigned sport administrator, or the Director of Athletics.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in off-campus recruiting, game strategy, strong organization skills, excellent communication skills and strong leadership abilities.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.  
 

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in related/ relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: 
Prior experience coaching a NCAA Division I wrestling team. 
 

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with education and experience. 

Grade: GGS MKT

University Title: ASSISTANT COACH

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Community Information

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Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards.... 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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