Assistant Coach - Men''s Wrestling (FT)

General Job Brief:

Assists in the leadership of the wrestling program in areas designated by the head coach. This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.

Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities

Assists the Head Coach as directed in the following areas:

• Establish and maintain a culture of faith, influence, relationships, excellence.
• Work with the head coach in recruitment to meet goals.
• Training sessions and skill development.
• Match day coaching and team management.
• Supports the environment for academic accountability.
• Travel considerations for competition and recruitment, requiring a valid drivers license.
• Provides spiritual guidance, prayer, and support for the team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed and not necessarily mentioned in this description, will be expected.
• Commitment to the Universitys faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith.
• Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff.
• The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings.
• Demonstrated alignment with and enthusiastic support for the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University, including signing the University's Statement of Faith and Core Commitments annually.

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree (Masters preferred)

Demonstrated connection to the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University

Working Conditions:

General wrestling environment

Office hours to accomplish administrative tasks

Meeting with student-athletes as needed

Travel to competition and recruitment as needed

Time Required:

Standard college wrestling calendar for in-season and out-of-season

Fair Labor Standards Act:

This position is considered to be full-time, exempt for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.