Assistant Wrestling Coach (2 positions)

Business Title Assistant Wrestling Coach (2 positions) Applications Accepted From

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Open to the Public Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please complete the online quick application and attach the required documents. For references, please provide names, addresses and current contact information for 3 professional references. Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until a successful candidate is identified; for full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m., on June 7, 2026. This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement. Posting Number 2016370T Department Summary This position reports to the head coach and is responsible for providing coaching expertise and leadership of the intercollegiate athletics program; assisting the head coach in the effective management and administration of all aspects relating to a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student-athletes, and other administrative duties.

Primary accountabilities:

1. Teaching and coaching student-athletes in order to develop and acquire the extensive tactical, technical and physical knowledge required to be a competitive Division I intercollegiate level student-athlete. Responsible for skill instruction during individual and team practices and intercollegiate athletic competitions. 2. Talent assessment and recruitment. Assists in conducting a successful recruiting program to identify and cultivate outstanding student-athletes to Ohio University. 3. Assist with the administration of the Wrestling budget including budget management and team travel arrangements. Position Profile Develops and maintains competitive intercollegiate sport programs. Directs all aspects of sport staff in recruiting, practice and game competitions. Responsible for the recruitment/hiring, goal setting, coaching and performance review of all sport staff. Instructs and teaches student-athletes in fundamentals of sport technique and strategy. Plans and executes practice and competition plans including the evaluation of opponents. Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes. Level Summary Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives. Supervisory Responsibilities Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports. Fiscal Responsibilities May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives. Problem Solving Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance. Independence of Action Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations. Communication and Collaboration Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Physical Requirements This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 1-2 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Division I wrestling experience. Department ICA-Wrestling Pay Rate To apply, please complete the online quick application and attach the required documents. For references, please provide names, addresses and current contact information for 3 professional references. Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until a successful candidate is identified; for full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m., on June 7, 2026. Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees) Discover the full value of joining Ohio University by clicking this link: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/compensation/total-compensation-estimator Our Total Compensation Estimator shows your offer package in dollars: salary plus university paid benefits including health coverage, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition benefits, and more. See details on what we offer in one place and compare different options for retirement and insurance. Estimates are informational only; exact coverage is determined by eligibility policies and official plan documents. Pay Grade 0 Pay Range $0.00-$0.00 FLSA Status Exempt Job Category Administrative at-will appointment Employment Type full-time regular Job Family Athletics Job Sub Family Coaching Job Level IC3 Job Open Date 05/22/2026 Posting End Date 06/07/2026 Planning Unit Intercollegiate Athletics Work Schedule Some evenings and weekends as well as travel required. Months 12 month Campus Athens Expected hours worked per week 40+ hours per week Expected duration of assignment on-going Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Trina Jones, hillt@ohio.edu Non-Discrimination Statement Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer. Clery Act Crime Statistics