Head Wrestling Coach

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POSITION TITLE:  Head Wrestling CoachCOMPENSATION RANGE: 97,325.00 - 97,325.00 USD per yearEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Professional Administrative DEPARTMENT: Men's WrestlingTARGET HIRE DATE: 7/3/2025 BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 6/27/2025.

Position Summary:

The head coach is responsible for the direction, instruction, supervision, and coaching of the Wrestling program and the oversight and development of assistant coaches including creating an overall successful, positive environment for the student-athletes.

Job Duties:

Develop, organize, direct, advance, and administer a successful Division I Wrestling program.

• Recruit quality student-athletes.
• Facilitation of the academic performance and success of student-athletes, which includes retention and culminates with graduation.
• Administrative duties, which may include but is not limited to ordering/selection of equipment and supplies, arranging practice and competitive facilities, team travel, assisting Director of Athletics with scheduling, and budget planning, management, and adherence.

POSITION TITLE:  Head Wrestling CoachCOMPENSATION RANGE: 97,325.00 - 97,325.00 USD per yearEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Professional Administrative DEPARTMENT: Men's WrestlingTARGET HIRE DATE: 7/3/2025 BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 6/27/2025.

Position Summary:

The head coach is responsible for the direction, instruction, supervision, and coaching of the Wrestling program and the oversight and development of assistant coaches including creating an overall successful, positive environment for the student-athletes.

Job Duties:

Develop, organize, direct, advance, and administer a successful Division I Wrestling program.

• Recruit quality student-athletes.
• Facilitation of the academic performance and success of student-athletes, which includes retention and culminates with graduation.
• Administrative duties, which may include but is not limited to ordering/selection of equipment and supplies, arranging practice and competitive facilities, team travel, assisting Director of Athletics with scheduling, and budget planning, management, and adherence.
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, adherence, and commitment to all NCAA, Conference, State, and Institutional rules, and regulations.
• Establish a team culture that ensures appropriate and acceptable student-athlete and staff behavior on and off the field.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to lead a competitive Division I Wrestling program. Remain current on all trends, methods, and innovations related to Wrestling and coaching.
• Participate in program and departmental fundraising, public relations, and promotional efforts.
• Coordinate an outreach program that encourages student athlete and sport program visibility in the University and local community. Conduct camps and clinics.
• Supervise, prepare, and lead assigned coaching staff.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Devise methods by which the team can achieve success.

• Establishment and development of the team and team atmosphere.

• Creates a positive atmosphere for the successful recruitment of student-athletes.

• Promotion of community involvement by all team personnel.

• Lead, direct and develop assistant coaches.

The Head Wrestling serves as an ambassador for the athletics department and the university at large within the community and nationally. He also contributes to the recruitment and retention of a diverse group of student-athletes to including minorities.

Creating an environment of non-compliance with NCAA rules will bring a tremendous amount of negative attention on the program and the university not just locally but nationally as well.

The Head Wrestling Coach will meet with his sport administrator and or the athletics director on a regular basis prior to the start of the season, during the season and at the conclusion of the season to ensure the program is progressing.

The Head Wrestling Coach must communicate with all athletic department staff (coaches, equipment managers, facility director, marketing personnel, sports information personnel, training room staff, strength and conditioning staff, business office personnel, compliance officers, academic success staff, assistant and associate athletic directors, athletic director) on a regular basis, to plan practices, events and certainly game day activities. Also must communicate with other university departments (housing, dining, admissions, financial aid, etc.) for issues concerning Wrestling student athletes.

The Head Wrestling Coach will communicate with a wide range of constituents including but not limited to all athletic department staff, numerous university staff, media members both national and local, alumni, current and future donors, vendors, recruits and their families.

The Head Wrestling Coach will be responsible for the operating budge and the fundraising account for the program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Prefer collegiate Wrestling experience as well as graduate assistant experience at Division 1 school as well as at least 5 years of successful Wrestling coaching at any level.

Required (may obtain and maintain immediately following hire): CPR/First Aid, NCAA Rules and Regulations certification

1. Communication skills
   
2. Knowledge and adherence to NCAA, Conference, State, Institutional, and Department rules and regulations
   
3. Motivation skills
   
4. Commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and have an awareness of issues affecting women and minorities.
   
5. Organizational and Management Skills
   
6. Supervision (e.g. Athletes, Assistant Coaches, Students, Summer Camp Staff)
   
7. Public Speaking I Fundraising
   
8. Counseling/Advising Skills

The head coach represents the University and the program in a positive way at all times.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index,UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNC community. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based on gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu. 

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.

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