Wrestler Development Coordinator

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Position Title:

Wrestler Development Coordinator

Appointment Type:

Contract

Job Description:

Iowa State University is accepting applications for a Wrestler Development Coordinator to support the NCAA DI men’s program.  The successful candidate will show a commitment to adhering to university, Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, and regulations. The position will report to the Head Coach and include the following responsibilities:

• Assist with planning practice sessions and competitive coaching situations
• Attend practices and matches as part of the coaching staff
• Effectively teach, mentor and coach to develop successful and well-rounded student-athletes (will not have on-mat duties)
• Collaborate in the evaluation of individual developmental performance goals, as well as the implementation of development plans to fulfill those
• Define athlete strengths, analyze data, and create, modify, and execute individual development plans for assigned wrestlers

Position Title:

Wrestler Development Coordinator

Appointment Type:

Contract

Job Description:

Iowa State University is accepting applications for a Wrestler Development Coordinator to support the NCAA DI men’s program.  The successful candidate will show a commitment to adhering to university, Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, and regulations. The position will report to the Head Coach and include the following responsibilities:

• Assist with planning practice sessions and competitive coaching situations
• Attend practices and matches as part of the coaching staff
• Effectively teach, mentor and coach to develop successful and well-rounded student-athletes (will not have on-mat duties)
• Collaborate in the evaluation of individual developmental performance goals, as well as the implementation of development plans to fulfill those
• Define athlete strengths, analyze data, and create, modify, and execute individual development plans for assigned wrestlers
• Chart athlete progress toward goals and meet with them 1 on 1 to discuss
• Research and compile recruiting strategies for the program in regards to perspective student-athletes
• Build a relationship of trust and mentorship with athletes
• Closely collaborate with coaches, athletic trainer, and strength and conditioning staff to ensure player performance, growth, and safety
• All other duties for the benefit of the wrestling program as assigned by the Head Coach

The position will contribute to an environment conducive to the well-being and academic success of the student-athletes and must establish and maintain effective interactions with the coaches, university community, alumni, media and the public.

The ideal candidates will have strong working knowledge of wrestling; solid organization, decision making, analytical and database skills; be skilled at managing athlete performance tracking systems; and have effective teaching, coaching and mentoring skills. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body. Must be available and flexible to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel with the team to assigned competitions.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. 

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Experience coaching wrestling at a highly competitive level (post high school).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience coaching wrestling for a NCAA DI or elite-level program.

Strong experience preparing athletes for performance/competition.

About the Athletics Department

As an NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision athletics program and a founding member of the Big 12 Conference, Iowa State University sponsors 18 intercollegiate athletics teams and supports 450 student-athletes in their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence. ISU Athletics employs over 250 talented and dedicated full-time staff members, more than 500 temporary and student employees, and multiple auxiliary partners who collaboratively work within a culture to support and enhance the experiences of Cyclone student-athletes and their loyal fan base. Iowa State student-athletes have produced 10-consecutive years of record-setting Graduation Success Rate scores in the classroom, while athletically, the Cyclones have captured 19 national team championships, 140 national individual titles and 162 conference team championships in its rich history. www.cyclones.com 

Proposed Start Date:

July 28, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

Contract

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume
2) Contact information for 3 employment references

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
 

Original Posting Date:

July 10, 2025

Posting Close Date:

July 16, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R17380

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