University of Pennsylvania Hiring for Assistant Coach, Wrestling (part-time) at Hutchinson Gymnasium Full Time

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job TitleAssistant Coach, Wrestling (part-time)Job Profile TitleTemporary Employee – ExemptJob Description SummaryThis part time Assistant Coach, Wrestling is responsible for assisting the Head Men’s Wrestling Coach with all aspects of program management. In addition to coaching duties, extensive recruiting responsibilities, administrative duties and planning are involved. Ability to motivate prospective and current student-athletes. Required to advise and act as role-model for current student-athletes. The work is to be performed under the general supervision of and reports to the head coach.Job Description

Responsibilities

• Coaching – Coach and teach sport specific skills and strategies to current student-athletes at practice as preparation for competition. Educate team members on proper training techniques, exercises and any sport-specific needs. Prepare and execute practice and competition plans.
• Recruiting – Consistently recruit national caliber athletes for enrollment at the University through mail, phone and in-person contact. Identify and properly vet prospects of strong character, academic and athletic ability. Evaluate recruits at competition. Organize and coordinate official and unofficial visits. Communicate with athletic liaison to admissions and financial aid regarding top prospect academic viability.
• Administrative Duties – Effectively work with staff members in the areas of compliance, student development, external operations, facilities/operations, equipment operations, internal operations and athletic development. Comply with all NCAA, Ivy League and Penn rules and policies. Assist in organizing team and coach travel, compliance paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Alumni/Community Relations – Assist the head coach in building strong relationships with alumni, fans, campus partners and the broader community.
• Counseling/Mentoring – Serve as a role-model and advisor for student-athletes in a general capacity. Connect student-athletes to necessary resources within and outside of DRIA as needed. Provide a support system to all student-athletes on the team.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Duties
Bachelor’s Degree required; 1-2 years experience minimum; Previous coaching or competitive experience at college level preferred.

Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolDivision of Recreation & Intercollegiate AthleticsPay Range$15,080.00 – $37,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.