Contact Tim Fader, Head Coach, faderta@uwec.edu, 608-385-4885
POSITION: A 12-month, $2000/month stipend with housing provided, professional limited staff position is available in
Intercollegiate Athletics beginning July 1, 2025. UW Eau Claire Wrestling has a growing staff of coaches who have built a nationally
competitive wrestling program that has finished in the Top 10 in Division III the past two years. UW Eau Claire competes in the
highly competitive WIAC and Region 7 and has had Conference, Regional and National Champions in the recent past.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree is required. Knowledge of sports is essential, as is a proven ability to manage
multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented setting. Must have strong moral character, work ethic, leadership, and
communication skills. A commitment to athletic excellence within an academic environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior successful playing and/or coaching experience at the collegiate level with a desire to invest
in others in a challenging/rewarding coaching position. A master’s degree may be considered an asset
DUTIES:
Assist the head coach in directing a highly successful program within the guidelines of the University, the Wisconsin
Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC), and NCAA Division III.
Assist in the planning and direction of all practices, matches and team events.
Assist in the recruitment and retention of qualified student athletes consistent with the academic standards of the
University.
Assist with the care and inventory of equipment for the program.
Assist with the promotion of the sport of wrestling with students, alumni, and members of the community.
Assist with promoting program revenue generation related to the program.
Participate in department fundraising and public relations events.
Assume other duties as agreed upon by the Head Coach and Athletics Director.
THE UNIT: The unit of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of 60+ staff members. The Intercollegiate Athletics website is
www.blugolds.com
UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,500 students and 1,400 faculty
and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-
undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional
programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership,
and innovation. The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area
of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails,
strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
