X96528 Head Mens Wrestling Coach

Head Men’s Wrestling Coach – Athletics, Tahlequah Campus

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Oversees all aspects of the Men’s Wrestling program at Northeastern State University and is responsible for building and leading a competitive NCAA Division II wrestling program. Classified as a 12‑month full‑time at‑will appointment with 30% administrative and 70% coaching responsibilities.

• Lead management of the men’s wrestling program in alignment with NSU, MIAA, and NCAA Division II.
• Plan, organize, and conduct practices, training sessions, and competitions.
• Direct recruitment and retention of quality student‑athletes reflecting NSU’s academic standards and competitive expectations.
• Oversee academic monitoring and student‑athlete development initiatives.
• Manage program budget, purchasing, equipment, and travel.
• Supervise any assistant coaches, student managers, and volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA policies and procedures.
• Promote community engagement and university visibility through outreach, camps, and fundraising.
• Collaborate with sports medicine, strength & conditioning, compliance, academics, and athletic communications for program success.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Comprehensive knowledge of wrestling coaching techniques, training, and strategy.
• Familiarity with NCAA compliance standards and academic eligibility requirements.
• Budget management and team operations experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and integrity.

Reports to the Director of Athletics or designee. Work is reviewed through outcomes, team performance, and compliance with department and institutional policies.

Work follows NCAA, MIAA, and university regulations, policies, and procedures, with discretion in execution and coaching methods.

This position requires balancing athletic excellence, student development, and program administration. Success depends on effective leadership, recruiting, teaching, and compliance.

Contacts include student‑athletes, staff, faculty, administrators, alumni, boosters, conference officials, and the general public.

Work performed indoors and outdoors. Physical demands include lifting, demonstrating techniques, and traveling with the team. Evening, weekend, and holiday work required.

Direct supervision over assistant coaches, graduate assistants, managers, and student support staff.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience coaching wrestling at the collegiate or high school level.
• NCAA recruiting certification (must be obtained within 30 days of employment).

• Master’s degree.
• Experience as a collegiate head coach or lead assistant coach.

Salary based on experience, with a highly competitive benefits package.

Anticipated Hire Date: 01/05/2026

Applications Accepted Until: 11/30/2025

Northeastern State University complies with all “applicable” federal and state laws regarding non‑discrimination.