Assistant Wrestling Coach

Hopkins Athletics is a multidivisional department with 22 programs competing at the NCAA DIII level and two programs (men’s and women’s lacrosse) competing at the NCAA Division I level (BIG 10 Conference). The department also hosts a variety of robust recreational activities such as club sports, intramurals, and fitness programming. The Hopkins Athletics department seeks an innovative and forward-thinking Assistant Wrestling Coach. The position must execute within the framework of a best-in-class athletic department at Johns Hopkins University. Hopkins encourages inquiries from candidates who value professional and personal development and will actively contribute toward a culture of diversity and inclusiveness within both the department and University setting. Hopkins Student Affairs seeks to hire, and support the professional development of, colleagues who: are equity-minded; demonstrate a commitment to inclusion; share a keen understanding of the importance of our identity as a diverse community of learners; are poised to contribute to our efforts to support student learning and offer robust leadership development and community engagement opportunities; and can contribute to our efforts to foster student connection and a sense of belonging across our university.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Training, development, and coaching and teaching of the sport, including offensive and defensive tactics Understand the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment and assist student-athletes in achieving exceptionally high athletic and academic goals Coordinate player development through skill enhancement in training sessions Assist head coach in the development and organization of practice planning and game strategies Analyze video and statistical data to further develop and improve individual as well as team performances Assist head coach in conducting pre-season, in-season and post-season player and team evaluations Monitor year-round identification, academic qualification, and evaluation of prospective student-athletes for the program. Continued monitoring of team’s recruiting database and assist in coordinating on-campus recruiting visits for prospects Assist in coordinating on-campus recruiting visits for prospects Exhibit strong communication and leadership skills and build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, faculty, and staff Maintain and ensure compliance with the University’s policies, the Centennial Conference policies and the NCAA rules and regulations Handle other responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree preferred Prior experience coaching and recruiting at a high academic institution preferred Must have the ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday work Travel is also required. A valid driver's license and ability to drive a vehicle is required.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

The Assistant Coach is directly supervised by the Head Coach. This position has significant interactions with faculty and staff, students, alumni, and other outside constituencies. This position is a full-time (benefitted), 12 month appointment. Salary will be 35-40k commensurate with experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins University