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SUNY Buffalo State Head Coach in Buffalo, New York
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About Buffalo State
Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.
Faculty/Professional Professional
Department Intercollegiate Athletics
Local Title Head Women's Wrestling Coach
Budget Title Head Coach
Rank SL-4
Line Number 20866
Salary Range Competitive
FTE Full-Time
Negotiating Unit UUP
FLSA Exempt
Department Website
https://buffalostateathletics.com/index.aspx
Brief Job Description
The head women’s wrestling coach for Buffalo State University is responsible for all aspects of development, leadership, coaching, and management of a varsity intercollegiate wrestling program.
Consistent with SUNY Buffalo State’s, the Division of Student Affairs, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics mission and strategic priorities, the head coach will lead the program through planning, direction, and structure to meet with goals of the institution and the team while demonstrating adherence to University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
Duties include but not limited to participating in hiring of staff; recruiting and retaining top prospective student-athletes; establishing a competitive schedule; coordinating practice planning, skill development, and designing strategies which prepare team for competition; mentoring student-athletes; overseeing development initiatives; organizing camps; and budget management; collaborates with numerous athletic and University units.
Will perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics that are consistent with the skills and abilities related to this position and that address the University’s strategic goals.
This appointment is a College-Year obligation.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; experience coaching wrestling including experience at an educational institution. Knowledge of recruiting and strategies to retain quality student-athletes. Excellent communication and organizational skills. A commitment to the values of NCAA Division III Athletics. Experience in a position of leadership and mentoring. Must be available evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
Anticipated Date of Hire 09/01/2024
Priority Review Date
Application Deadline Date 08/02/2024
Open Until Filled No
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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/7601
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Lydia Kawaler at kawalel@buffalostate.edu or call (716) 878-4822.
Background Investigation Statement
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.
Clery Statement
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Pursuant to Executive Order 161 (https://goer.ny.gov/executive-order-161-1) , no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov. Further restrictions on using salary information in the hiring process appear in Labor Law §194-a (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/LAB/194-A) .
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References
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