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Job Description
Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach π Iowa City, Iowa, United States New π Athletics π ξ€ ξΈ ξ 16 hours ago Post Date π ξ€ ξΈ ξ 26003658 Requisition # Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach . This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a "Win. Graduate. Do It Right." philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach is responsible for providing administrative, instructional and coaching assistance to the Head Men's Wrestling Coach with the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes.
Benefits Highlights:
Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to "Working at Iowa" to learn more.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree (or international equivalent); A minimum of two (2) years of wrestling coaching experience at the intercollegiate, club, or high school level or a combination of coaching, recruiting, administrative, collegiate or international wrestling experience. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and a commitment to adhere to all rules and regulations of the University of Iowa, the Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA; Proven leadership ability; Excellent oral and written communication skills as demonstrated through public speaking engagements, clinician experience, and/or use of effective and creative training/coaching techniques; Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships; Working knowledge of and ability to: Utilize basic office support software (word processing, email, presentation software and spreadsheets) Operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment.
Desirable Qualifications:
1-3 years' experience working closely with a collegiate Division I wrestling program; Demonstrated success in student-athlete recruitment; Experience in video analysis or the development and management of social media sites. A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards. Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being.
Application Process:
Visit our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search for keywords " Assistant Coach " Only applications submitted at https://jobs.uiowa.edu will be accepted. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a relevant file to the submission. Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration. Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history. Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. As a part of the University of Iowa's review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University's Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law. For questions or additional information, please contact athletics tanner-erwin@uiowa.edu
About Iowa:
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
