What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Coach - Wrestling position at St. Mary’s Ryken?
St. Mary’s Ryken (SMR) is a member of the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference, a nationally renowned athletic conference in high school education. SMR is 1 of 13 Xaverian Brother Sponsored Schools with 40 athletic teams offered at SMR at the varsity, JV and freshman level. We are rooted in the Xaverian values of Compassion, Humility, Simplicity, Trust and Zeal. SMR seeks a Head Wrestling Coach to begin immediately for the 2024 fall season. The ideal candidate will be a natural leader who aligns with the mission and vision of SMR athletics and who will create a championship way of life through a transformational culture. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree and experience in the areas below. This is a part-time stipend coaching position but we would be willing to connect to full time openings at SMR if the candidate is qualified for both positions desired. We currently have teaching positions available in our Science, Math and Business/Technology departments. Duties include but are not limited to:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Uphold and model the SMR Athletics Mission and Vision while developing student-athletes of character
- Coach practices and training sessions during the traditional season and off-season
- Communicate with the Director of Wellness to implement strength & conditioning schedule
- Actively recruit and retain student-athletes who are interested in SMR & competing at the highest level in the WCAC
- Develop and manage program plans for academic support in communication with Athletic Academic Advisor
- Supervise team at all times while on campus for team activities
- Drive the SMR Minibus to and from away games (overnight trips if scheduled)
- Communicate with the Athletic Director on scheduling, vision and team needs
- Prepare weekly communication with athletes and families about the team schedule, requirements & expectations
- Attend athletic department meetings and events
COMPLIANCE
- Understand and execute SMR and WCAC Handbook policy & procedures
- Manage WCAC/SMR roster in compliance with league reporting rules
- Communicate with Sports Medicine staff