Assistant Coach, Women's Wrestling (10 Month) (20 Hour)

JOB TITLE SUMMARY Job Title: Assistant Coach, Women's Wrestling (10 Month) (20Hour) Department: Athletics Evaluation Group: Coach FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Head Coach, Women's Wrestling Positions Supervised: N/A Job Summary The assistant coach helps the head coach with all activities of thedesignated program, including but not limited to recruitment andretention of student-athletes; monitoring of student-athletes’academic progress; striving for competitive success; management ofbudget; and ensuring the program’s compliance with University,Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)guidelines. Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators The intent of this job description is to provide a representationof the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific dutiesand responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Student-Athlete Academic Success Prioritizes, promotes, and actively supports student-athleteacademic achievement Assists the head coach with managing all aspects of theintercollegiate athletic program, including monitoring academicsuccess, retention, and graduation progress; implements actionplans with the appropriate academic staff when necessary Follows appropriate academic policies and effectivelycollaborates with the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) andNCAA academic coordinators to resolve conflicts Competitive Success of Sport Identifies, evaluates, and recruits student-athletes for success at Lindenwood University Imparts to student-athletes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and knowledge essential to the sport Produces a high-performing team capable of meeting and maintaining competitive expectations as determined by theUniversity athletic administration Acts in accordance with the athletic code of conduct and exhibits a professional and sportsman-like manner Administration Maintains current knowledge of and adheres to the policies, procedures, bylaws, regulations, and rules of LindenwoodUniversity, Intercollegiate Athletics, the NCAA, and ConferenceOffice Completes all program administrative responsibilities according to procedures Supports the head coach by operating a fiscally responsibleprogram and providing leadership for the team’s fundraising activities and program advancement initiatives Properly cares for, stores, distributes, and maintains a detailed inventory of team equipment, uniforms, and supplies Communication, Collaboration, and Q2 ServiceExcellence Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values - integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and teamwork - and to Athletics values: responsible, original, all-encompassing, and relentless Promotes and takes pride in the Athletics department Anticipates needs of students, colleagues, and administrators; takes ownership to respond promptly Community Relations and Engagement Establishes effective relationships with the community while positively representing the program, department, and University Creates experiential learning opportunities for student-athletes by actively engaging or participating in campus and/or community outreach projects and events Maintains effective relationships with alumni and works to keep them engaged with the University Job may require other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Required Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position. Bachelor’s degree preferred Playing and coaching experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures Well-versed and knowledgeable in matters pertaining to the sport and governing body Ability to use discretion and sound judgment Strong leadership skills Strong collaborative skills Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the community, faculty, students, and staff Strong creative skills Ability to take initiative Highly developed analytical and organizational skills Computer skills Ability to develop student-athletes to compete at conference, regional, and national competitive levels Work Environment Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions. Standard business hours Evening and weekend work Physical Abilities Physical Abilities - The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Physically demanding Ability to perform, teach, and demonstrate technical aspects of assigned sport Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function Equal Opportunity Employer Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lindenwood University