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Central Michigan University Assistant Wrestling Coach in Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Assistant Wrestling Coach
Posting Number: F-0851
College/Unit: Athletics
Home Department: Athletics
Employee Group: Athletic Coach (Faculty)
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 12 month
Position Classification: Athletic Coach
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Position Summary:
This position will assist the head coach in coaching, planning, organizing, directing and implementing all phases of a Division I Wrestling program.
Responsibilities include assisting with all practices, training and conditioning sessions, dual meet and tournament administration, recruiting, summer camp organization and other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
The assistant coach will work closely with support staff for peak performance of the student-athletes as well as their development and academic success.
The Assistant Coach will also develop and maintain alumnae relations and organize alumnae events; and assist in the day-to-day operations including but not limited to NCAA paperwork, academic monitoring, travel plans and itineraries, equipment and budget management, practice planning, and all other duties assigned by the head coach consistent with the mission of the department.
The Assistant coach is responsible for adhering to all department and university policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Mid-American Conference and the NCAA .
This position is a full-time, 12-month appointments with full benefit package. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree by date of appointment. • Collegiate and/or Olympic wrestling experience. • Strong attention to detail. • Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of and commitment to following NCAA rules and regulations, and demonstrated leadership skills. • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Masters degree. • Division I coaching and recruiting experience.
Message to Applicants:
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.
Applicants for this position are subject to the following NCAA Bylaws: https://www.ncaapublications.com/p-4673-2023-2024-ncaa-division-i-manual.aspx to view the NCAA Bylaws. You may be asked about these Bylaws in an interview, and you may be asked to sign a future affirmation confirming the same prior to or upon your employment by CMU , if you are selected for employment.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
Position will remain open until filled. Review will begin immediately and continue until a finalist has been selected. Full consideration will be given to applications received by June 21st. The University reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
About the Department:
Central Michigan University, an FBS Member of the Mid-American Conference, is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach for our Men's Wrestling program.
For more information, please visit our https://cmuchippewas.com/sports/wrestling.
Posting Begins: 04/19/2024
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes
About CMU:
Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become lead