Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach - Recruiting Coordinator

Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach - Recruiting Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

This part-time position is responsible for assisting the head men's wrestling coach with recruiting efforts for the intercollegiate wrestling program, including but not limited to recruiting qualified student athletes, camps, building community support for the program, and knowledge of applicable NCAA rules.

Supervisor Received/Exercised

This position reports to Head Men’s Wrestling Coach and has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Initial outreach to recruits and high school coaches
• Assist in the recruiting plan of the program, evaluate, and recruit qualified student athletes
• Travel to recruit student athletes
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the college, the MIAA, and the NCAA with the utmost integrity
• Work cooperatively with personnel in the athletic department, attend department meetings and activities, and always represent the college positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media, and general public
• Support the philosophy and mission of the college and the athletic department
• Develop student-athletes to be contributing members to the campus community and the community at large
• Other duties as assigned by head men's wresting coach or athletic director

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Collegiate level playing and/or coaching experience
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, along with travel
• A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to fulfil essential function of the position

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and MIAA compliance and conference rules, and an understanding of the NCAA Division III student athlete philosophy
• Experience working with underrepresented, first-generation, Pell-eligible, and diverse populations

Alma College is classified as a selective Baccalaureate College: Diverse Fields by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Alma is committed to academic excellence and the development of responsible leaders; our students thrive on challenging academic programs in a supportive, small-college environment emphasizing active, collaborative learning and close student-faculty interaction. Alma College is a private Phi Beta Kappa institution located in the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

Alma College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

Alma College recognizes that we are all transformed when we celebrate and value the varied identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our campus community. We are committed to recognizing and removing barriers to success and providing equitable access to opportunities through education and advocacy. In our increasingly diverse campus and world, we pledge to create a climate where everyone is safe and free to grow intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees in eligible positions working 30 hours or more per week. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plans; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; long-term disability; paid holidays; vacation; and sick leave.

Part-time employees who average 20 hours per week over the course of a year are eligible for select benefits on a prorated basis.

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