Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

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Position Title:

Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach

Job Category:

Limited

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Assistant Coach

Position Summary:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Athletic Department, an NCAA DIII member of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (WIAC), is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach. This is a full-time position, eligible for paid leave and benefits. Salary for this position is $30,000.

The Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach assists the head coach in the organization, management, and coaching of the university women’s wrestling team in conjunction with other departmental responsibilities.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provide an overall positive educational environment for our Student-Athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.
• Assist in the administration of the entire program; including assisting with daily practices, game responsibilities and alumni relations.
• Identify, evaluate, and visit with student-athletes throughout the Tri-State area (as well as nationally) in high schools, camps or combines, and on-campus visits.
• Assist the head coach in creating and implementing a recruitment strategy to attract top level, Division III prospects including setting up campus visits, assisting student-athletes with the application process, and implementation of campus resources.
• Be responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the team.
• Knowledgeable of and compliance with National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) regulations, both those general in nature and those that apply directly to your position’s responsibilities. Strict adherence to all applicable governing policies, procedures, and regulations of the NCAA required
• Assist in performing both direct and indirect public relations functions including promotion, fund raising, and community instruction through camps and/or clinics.
• May supervise student staff and/or have budgetary responsibilities as well as assist with travel, schedules, etc. as deemed necessary by the head coach.
• When practical under the circumstances, intercollegiate athletic staff are encouraged to voluntarily attend all athletic events to promote audience participation and support for UW-Platteville team efforts.
• The secondary duties will be determined on department needs and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications. Examples of secondary duties may include: event management, sports information, writing stories, compliance, fundraising, academics liaison, admissions liaison, student-athlete leadership/development/life skills, equipment, ticket operations, etc.
• Follow all NCAA, WIAC, and institutional policies and conduct program within those regulations.
• Compete at the highest level of competition within the WIAC and national level.
• Meet annual recruitment minimums as set forth by the Athletic Director, if requested.
• Maintain a GPA and graduation rate at or above the UW-Platteville all-campus Average.
• Engage with UW-Platteville Alumni and communicate with the UW-Platteville Foundation Office for all alumni fundraising events.
• Department and team community service initiatives are highly encouraged.
• Create an environment of inclusion for individuals of all race, gender, religious affiliation, and sexual orientation within your own sport as well as the entire Athletic Department and University.
• Assist with departmental needs as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution.
• Collegiate experience wrestling or coaching.

Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining —particularly lead mining —dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Application Deadline:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 30, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications.
• A current resume.

Legal Notices and Important Information: 

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Annual Security & Annual Fire Safety Report is available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608.342.1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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