Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

Job Description

Campbellsville University is seeking a motivated and qualified Assistant Coach for Women’s Wrestling to support the continued development and success of the university’s women’s wrestling program.

• Assist the Head Coach with the overall recruiting strategy and execution for the women’s wrestling program.
• Identify, evaluate, communicate with, and build relationships with prospective student-athletes, coaches, families, clubs, high schools, colleges, and wrestling programs.
• Assist with recruiting visits, tournaments, showcases, camps, campus visits, and other recruiting events.
• Maintain recruiting information, evaluations, communications, and follow-up in collaboration with the Head Coach.
• Assist with practices, competitions, training, and student-athlete development, including instruction in wrestling technique, strategy, conditioning, and competition preparation.
• Assist with team travel, transportation, scheduling, equipment, facilities, and other day-to-day program responsibilities.
• Support student-athletes in their academic, personal, and athletic development.
• Represent Campbellsville University and the women’s wrestling program in a professional manner.
• Comply with all Campbellsville University, conference, and applicable governing-body rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or appropriate university personnel.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High-level wrestling background and/or coaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of wrestling technique, competition, athlete development, and freestyle and/or Greco-Roman wrestling knowledge/experience.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, communicate effectively, and build positive relationships with prospective student-athletes.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Coach while taking initiative and managing assigned responsibilities independently.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the wrestling program.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet all university requirements for operating university vehicles.
• Successful completion of required university background checks and other employment requirements.

• Collegiate wrestling experience.
• Previous collegiate, high school, or club coaching experience.
• Demonstrated recruiting experience.
• Established relationships within the wrestling community, including clubs, high schools, colleges, and wrestling organizations.
• Experience working with or recruiting women’s wrestlers.