Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach

Position Title

Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach

Full or Part Time:
Part Time

FTE:
Variable

Position Type:
Academic Year

Posting Number: C&A

Eastern Oregon University is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach to support the university’s intercollegiate athletics program. The Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the men’s wrestling program, including conducting practices and competitions, providing technical instruction and individual student‑athlete development, supervising pre‑season and conditioning activities, and assisting with recruiting prospective student‑athletes.

Additional responsibilities include supporting team operations, promoting positive relationships with students, alumni, and the community, and helping foster a positive team culture that reflects EOU’s commitment to academic excellence, athletic competitiveness, leadership, and character development. The primary goal of this position is to create an environment that supports the academic, athletic, and personal success of student‑athletes.

This is a part‑time, non‑benefited, 6‑month position.

• Technical & Tactical Knowledge
• Communication Skills
• Commitment to Student Success

• Assist in organizing and directing all phases of the Wrestling Program.
• Coordinate and assist in fundraising activities.
• Recruit potential student‑athletes.
• Help with team travel arrangements.
• Assist with camps and clinics.
• Support student‑athlete academic progress and personal development on and off the mat.
• Perform administrative duties for tournaments, duals, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two (2) years of collegiate wrestling experience
• One (1) year of wrestling coaching experience (any level)
• Demonstrated success in training, mentoring, ability to demonstrate technique, and developing student‑athletes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach to working with student athletes, staff and administrators
• Knowledge of computer information systems including social media platforms.
• Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Eastern Oregon University does not sponsor applicants for employment visas.

• Proven track record in recruiting and retaining quality student‑athletes
• Collegiate and Freestyle knowledge.
• Knowledge of NAIA rules and the ability to identify and recruit qualified student athletes.
• First Aid & CPR certified or the ability to get certified once hired
• Valid driver’s license with three years of driving experience, and the ability to pass a motor vehicle report

Applicant must provide:

• Letter of application (which should include why this position is attractive to the applicant, how it meets the applicant’s professional goals, and what attracts the applicant to EOU).
• Resume/Curriculum vitae.
• Submit names, emails, and phone numbers for at least three references in the reference section of the application.

$5,000 - $10,000; stipend, 6‑month

Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities, and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.