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April 1, 2004
SIUE Begins Search for Part-Time Wrestling Coach
(EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.) Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will begin a search for a part-time wrestling coach for the 2004-05 season.
The wrestling program was to be eliminated after the 2003-04 season because of a budget shortfall, but with the help of several dedicated supporters and alumni, the program has been maintained on the intercollegiate level, funded primarily by private contributions.
Other cost containment measures already have been taken to run the wrestling program with available fund-raised dollars, said Director of Athletics Dr. Brad Hewitt.
"This prudent fiscal move adheres to the objective of maintaining the program as long as possible. Making the head coach position a 25 to 50 percent appointment effectively allows us to maintain the program and continue to provide positive direction for the incoming student-athletes," said Hewitt.
The position requires an earned bachelor's degree, evidence of strong organizational and communication skills and current knowledge of NCAA regulations. The wrestling coach also should have proven successful playing and/or coaching experience of at least four years and show evidence of a commitment to academic excellence.
Below is the full job description.
Title/Rank:
Head Wrestling Coach
Description of Duties:
Reports to the Assistant Athletics Director/Senior Women's Administrator Sandy Montgomery and must subscribe to the SIUE Principles Governing Athletics.
(1) Responsible for coaching and operational coordination of the wrestling team.
(2) Responsible for coaching, recruiting, team travel, fund raising, and all other area of wrestling operations. Benchmark expectations will be identified.
(3) Comply with University and NCAA Division II rules, standards and regulations.
(4) Work cooperatively and responsibly with other departmental personnel.
(5) Responsible for operating within the budgetary limitations of the program.
(6) Support the student-athlete concept and demonstrate concern for the health, safety and welfare of each student-athlete.
(7) Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Terms of Appointment:
25-50% appointment beginning July 1, 2004 through June 30, 2005.
Source of Funds:
External Fund Raised Dollars
Salary Range:
$7,000 - $15,000
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree required (Masters preferred.) Evidence of strong organizational and communication skills and current knowledge of NCAA Regulations. Proven successful playing and/or coaching experience at the collegiate level, minimum of four years (NCAA program preferred.) Evidence of a commitment to academic excellence including athlete graduation. The ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues and the public.
Closing Date for Applications:
Open until the position filled.
Submit Letter of Application, Resume, Official Transcript, and References to:
Head Wrestling Coach Search
C/O Theresa Kelley
Assistant to the Director of Athletics
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Campus Box 1129
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1129
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