Head Coach, Men's Wrestling

Position Department: Men's Wrestling

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Serve as the founding head coach of Robert Morris University's NCAA Division I Men's Wrestling program. Responsible for student-athlete welfare and for building, managing, operating, fundraising for and administering the program within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Robert Morris University, [conference affiliation] and the NCAA. This includes recruiting the inaugural roster, awarding athletic scholarships, establishing the competition schedule and program operations, and creating a culture built on academic achievement, competitive excellence and personal development.

• Build the inaugural NCAA Division I Men's Wrestling program, including recruiting the first roster, developing the competition schedule, establishing practice room, equipment and facility needs, and setting team policies and program standards in partnership with athletics administration.
• Use expert technical knowledge of wrestling to develop and coach a successful program, including teaching technique, strategy and match tactics, organizing and supervising practice, conditioning and workouts, overseeing home events, managing travel for away events, and supervising staff.
• Establish a leadership and mentor role among student-athletes, assistant coaches and support staff while promoting sportsmanship and responsible behavior during and outside of competition.
• Assist with the preparation and control of, and operate within, the budget established for the sport, including athletic scholarship allocations. Manage equipment, uniform and apparel inventory and purchasing using the University purchasing card in accordance with University policy.
• Scout and recruit quality student-athletes from geographically and demographically diverse populations who fit the academic and athletic profile of the University. Coordinate admissions with athletics compliance and the Office of Admissions. Arrange and oversee all campus visits and travel itineraries, and supervise all correspondence with prospects, coaches, parents and alumni. Operate youth camps and clinics in accordance with University policies on the protection of minors.
• Encourage and promote academic excellence and retention. Work with athletic academic advising staff on study hall, monitoring of individual academic performance, eligibility and graduation progress, and referral to appropriate University resources.
• Perform public relations and community engagement with faculty, students, parents, donors, alumni and University administrators. Build relationships with the regional high school, club and youth wrestling community and with state and national wrestling organizations. Work with the Men's Wrestling Advisory Board and lead program fundraising efforts in partnership with athletics development.
• Work closely with sports medicine and athletic training staff to ensure the safety and health of student-athletes, including adherence to the NCAA wrestling weight management program and skin infection protocols. Establish, communicate and enforce RMU, Athletic Department and team regulations regarding student conduct, appearance and behavior.
• Maintain knowledge of and commitment to all NCAA, conference and University regulations, policies and procedures. Report any known or suspected NCAA violations to athletics compliance, the Director of Athletics or the Faculty Athletics Representative. Violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action up to and including termination of employment. Complete required compliance paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
• At least five years of wrestling coaching experience at the collegiate level required. NCAA Division I coaching experience, experience building or rebuilding a program, and collegiate competitive experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills. Established recruiting relationships in the wrestling community. Knowledge of and commitment to student-athlete welfare, weight management, academic success and NCAA and University rules. Demonstrated ability to engage donors and the community. Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Valid driver's license required. Current CPR, AED and First Aid certification required, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Exemption Status: Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): Yes

Required to Pass a Credit Check: Yes

Additional Posting Information: None

Special Applicant Instructions: None

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