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Head Men's Wrestling Coach - Central Methodist University
GENERAL SUMMARY:
This Head Men’s Wrestling Coach reports directly to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for all planning, organizing, staff, and development of Central Methodist University’s men’s wrestling program. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining a successful men’s wrestling program for the institution.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Formulate a successful philosophy to promote the educational welfare and commitment to NAIA’s Champions of Character initiative for student-athletes.
Prepare and maintain a yearly budget for the men’s wrestling program.
Develop a recruitment plan and actively recruit student-athletes to meet program recruiting goals.
Ensure that all student-athletes meet NAIA/CMU/Heart of America Conference eligibility requirements.
Develop a schedule that meets minimum sponsorship requirements and student-athlete well-being.
Manages all aspects of practice, teaching fundamental skills, athlete development, competition strategy, coordinates weight training and conditioning activities with strength and conditioning personnel.
Coordinate and host wrestling duals and tournaments throughout the year.
Develop fundraisers and connect with alumni to support the program’s priorities.
Conduct clinics/camps to provide community engagement with youth in our area and any other interested youths.
Provide academic support and monitor student-athlete academic progress.
Effectively supervise and guide assistant coaches.
Other duties as assigned.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
25% Recruiting
25% Scheduling and Competition
25% Commitment to Academic Progress of Student-Athletes
10% Fiscal Management
10% Fundraising and Community Engagement
5% Other
MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and student workers in the office, practice, and competition settings.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree; master’s preferred. 2-3 years of collegiate coaching experience required or extensive and successful head coaching experience at any other level. Proven success using a successful recruiting strategy. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques; ability to take initiative and plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift 50 lbs., stand walk, and sit for extensive periods.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Collegiate Athletic Recruiting Experience; Public Speaking abilities; Personnel Management Skills & Experiences; Microsoft Word
OTHER INFORMATION AND ATTRIBUTES:
CMU employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive, and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of Central Methodist University.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. CMU management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Candidates should submit an application, cover letter, and resume to Human Resources. Applications and instructions are located on the website at www.centralmethodist.edu.
CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU. Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
