Job Description:
Brown University Athletics is seeking candidates for the Athletics Assistant Coach, Wrestling position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).
This 80% FTE position assists the Head Coach in all phases of the NCAA Division I Wrestling program, with a primary focus on coaching and student-athlete development. Will also provide support for video analysis and instruction, limited recruiting, and administrative duties such as coordinating meet, training, and travel schedules, and completing compliance information.
All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree, required.
- 1-3 years coaching experience with a competitive club, high school or collegiate program; Prior collegiate coaching & recruiting experience preferred (and/or a combination of coaching & competitive wrestling experience)
- Competitive collegiate and/or international wrestling experience, preferred.
Job Competencies
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication & computer skills, necessary.
- Ability to recruit within NCAA & Ivy League rules.
- Demonstrated ability to work with and relate well to students
- Excellent sport specific technical, tactical and strategic knowledge.
- Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Basic proficiency in excel, word, internet & email capabilities.
- Social media experience, helpful.
- Familiarity with FrontRush and Teamworks, or similar, preferred.
- Prior experience with video editing software, helpful.
- Commitment to the student-athlete, passion for the game and ability to coach & motivate.
- The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background and Education check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.
Background Check – Criminal, Education
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2024-07-16
Job Posting Title:
Assistant Coach, Wrestling
Department:
Athletics and Recreation
Grade:
Grade 8
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
30
Position Work Location:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
