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/ExercisedThis 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 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 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.
