Position

Chairperson

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 10-2018

1. Presides at all general and special meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio. 2. Serves as the principal executive officer of USA Wrestling - Ohio. 3. Reports to the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and the Board of

Directors on the activities and accomplishments of USA Wrestling - Ohio at the Annual Meeting.

4. Oversees the execution of the regulations (i.e., the Constitution and Bylaws) of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

5. Carries out the directives of the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and the Board of Directors as passed at the Annual Meeting and other general and special meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

6. Serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

7. Assists in resolving disputes and disciplinary issues between various parties within USA Wrestling - Ohio.

8. Has final approval on the appointment of all non-elected positions within USA Wrestling - Ohio, including all National and Dual Meet Team Leaders, National and Dual Meet Team Head and Assistant Coaches, and the National Coaches Education Program (NCEP) Coordinator for Ohio.

9. Is authorized to sign USA Wrestling - Ohio checks.

10. Represents USA Wrestling - Ohio at various State, Regional, and National events and meetings, including the Central Kids/16U and Junior Regional Tournaments, the 16U /Junior National

Championships, and the State Leaders Summit.

11. Serves as a Delegate for USA Wrestling - Ohio at all Council meetings and the National Convention of USA Wrestling.

12. Responsible for the overall direction of the programs of USA Wrestling - Ohio as well as their financial viability.

13. Responsible for reporting the activities of USA Wrestling - Ohio to the National Office on an annual basis or as requested.

14. Responsible for ensuring that USA Wrestling - Ohio maintains its status as the Ohio affiliate for USA Wrestling (the National Governing Body for Amateur Wrestling) by fulfilling all of the obligations of the Affiliation Agreement.

15. Prepares and/or approves all materials for posting on the USA Wrestling - Ohio web site.

16. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and/or the Board of Directors.  

Position

Vice Chairperson

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 10-2018

1. Presides at all general and special meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio in the absence of the Chairperson.

2. Serves as the principal executive officer of USA Wrestling - Ohio in the absence of the Chairperson.

3. Serves as the temporary Chairman of the Board of Directors and/or the Executive Committee of USA Wrestling - Ohio in the absence of the Chairperson.

4. Reports to the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and the Boardof Directors on the activities and accomplishments of USA Wrestling - Ohio at the Annual Meeting in the absence of the Chairperson.

5. Assists the Chairperson in resolving disputes and disciplinary issues between various parties within USA Wrestling - Ohio.

6. Represents USA Wrestling - Ohio at various State, Regional, and National events and meetings, including the Central Kids/16U and Junior Regional Tournaments, the 16U /Junior National

Championships, and the State Leaders Summit in the absence of the Chairperson.

7. Serves as a Delegate for USA Wrestling - Ohio at all Council meetings and the National Convention of USA Wrestling in the absence of the Chairperson.

8. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 9. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for marketing, educational, informational purposes.

10. Tournament responsibility as follows:

• Responsible for assisting Tournament Directors when necessary to ensure a smooth-running tournament

• Responsible for supplying master forms and other tournament related items that are provided by USAW-Ohio

• Responsible for collection of tournament paperwork after the tournament and reporting on those numbers at the annual meeting.

11. Supervises the preparation and distribution of the annual schedule of USA Wrestling - Ohio tournaments.

12. Recommends the sites for all USA Wrestling - Ohio State

Championships. Final site is voted on at General Membership meeting.

13. Serves as the Co-Tournament Director for all USA Wrestling - Ohio State Championships.

Position

Secretary

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 10-2021

1. Records the minutes at all open and special meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

2. Records the minutes at all meetings of the Executive Committee. 3. Posts a copy of the minutes for all open and special meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio USA Wrestling – Ohio website.

4. Presents the minutes of the previous Annual Meeting for approval at each Annual Meeting..

5. Serves as a member of the Executive Committee of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

6. Assists the Chairperson with association correspondence.

7. Sends a copy of the Annual meeting minutes and the list of Officers and Directors to the National Office. Updates of Officer information are also sent, as required.

8. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 9. Responsible for modifying, sending, and collecting contracts for Freestyle/ Greco qualifier tournaments and the State Freestyle/ Greco tournaments.

10. Responsible for maintaining the succession plan information as submitted by the USAW-OH board and any other designated

directors and team leaders.

Position

Treasurer

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Serves as the principal financial officer of USA Wrestling - Ohio. 2. Maintains all of the financial records of USA Wrestling - Ohio. 3. Serves as a member of the Executive Committee of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

4. Prepares and presents a detailed financial statement for USA Wrestling - Ohio at the Annual Meeting.

5. Prepares an annual budget of anticipated state income and expenses for presentation at the Annual Meeting of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

6. Is authorized to sign USA Wrestling - Ohio checks.

7. Files all necessary tax forms as required or requested by the IRS and Ohio tax authorities in a timely manner.

8. Ensures that all necessary paperwork to maintain the IRS Section 501 (c)(3) status of USA Wrestling - Ohio is completed and filed in a timely manner.

9. Ensures that all compensation and expense reimbursement amounts are authorized, calculated correctly, supported by receipts when appropriate, and paid accurately.

10. Prepares and distributes exemption certificates for Ohio sales tax when requested.

11. Provides financial and tax information about USA Wrestling - Ohio to individuals and other entities on an “as needed” basis.

12. Reviews all team budgets for accuracy and fiscal soundness prior to forwarding copies to the Chairperson.

13. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

Position

Membership Chairperson(s)

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

Reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 11-2024

1. Reports to the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and Board of Directors on membership and registration numbers for the previous year and other issues.

2. Serves as a member of the Executive Committee of USA Wrestling- Ohio.

3. Prior to or at the beginning of each fiscal year, reviews the online processes needed to complete registration for membership, Event Sanctions and Club Charters and makes sure they are correct and completed by the appropriate due date.

4. Reviews all Event Sanction and Club Charter Applications to determine if they are correctly completed for the clubs and

tournament sponsors by the appropriate due date and reports as requested.

5. Establishes procedures for the timely completion of the necessary applications from clubs and tournaments.

6. Advises the Chairperson from time to time regarding the numbers of competitor’s and coach’s cards sold and the numbers of Event Sanctions and Club Charter Applications processed.

7. At the end of each fiscal year, audits all competitor’s and coach’s cards sold and all Event Sanctions and Club Charter Applications processed and reports the numbers to the Chairperson and to the National Office of USA Wrestling.

8. Validates online registrants verification of age, when necessary. 9. Reviews the rosters of all Dual Meet and National Team wrestlers and coaches prior to the competition to ensure that everyone has a current USAW card.

10. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 11. When there is a co-chair, one is designated as the State Chair and one as the MVKWA chair. The State Chair has responsibility for all functions as listed above except for those relating to MVKWA. The co-chair is responsible for membership, club charters and event sanctions for MVKWA.

12. When there is a co-chair, each co-chair is responsible to assist the other in performance of duties if the need arises.

13. Co-ordinate with the Media Director to post a list of all sanctioned events in Ohio and also a list of all chartered clubs.

Position

MVKWA Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years and must be a representative of Miami Valley Kids Wrestling Association (MVKWA).

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Added 10-16-17

1. Serve as liaison between USA Wrestling – Ohio and Miami Valley Kids Wrestling Association (MVKWA).

2. Promotes Folkstyle wrestling development and works with the Folkstyle Development Director to accomplish this.

3. Reports to the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and the Board of Directors on the activities and accomplishments of MVKWA.

4. Assists the Chairperson in resolving disputes and disciplinary issues concerning USA Wrestling – Ohio and MVKWA.

5. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 6. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for marketing, educational, informational purposes.

7. Responsible for ensuring that the MVKWA Registration Director (a MVKWA position) works with the Membership chairperson to ensure that all clubs, coaches and athletes have obtained their appropriate membership levels

8. Responsible for ensuring that the MVKWA Registration Director works with the Membership Director to ensure that all events are sanctioned as required.

Position

Coaches’ Council Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

Added 10-16-17

Updated 10-2018

1. Serve as liaison between USA Wrestling – Ohio and the USAW Ohio Coaches’ Council (CC). In conjunction with the membership of the Coaches; Council, responsible for developing issues for

improvement of USAW-Ohio and presenting those ideas to the executive board at the annual meeting and throughout the year. 2. Promotes Folkstyle, Freestyle and Greco wrestling development and

works with the appropriate Development Directors to accomplish this. 3. Reports to the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and the Board of Directors on the activities and accomplishments of CC.

4. Assists the Chairperson in resolving disputes and disciplinary issues concerning USA Wrestling – Ohio and CC.

5. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 6. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for marketing, educational, and informational purposes.

7. Responsible for ensuring that the appropriate Development Directors are working with all age groups to ensure that there is a uniform approach to the appropriate style throughout the state.

8. Works with Directors to ensure that the coaches selected for each style adhere to the guidelines established for all National Teams (Dual and Fargo for all age groups).

9. Ensures that the National Team selection process is adhered to at all Age levels.

10. In charge of overseeing the election process of the members of the CC. In charge of appointing 2 members to the CC himself/ herself that will be aligned with the same term limit as the CC Director.

Position

National Teams Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

Added 10-16-17

Updated 10-2018

Updated 10/2020

1. Supervises all programs, events, and teams that involve wrestlers in the 16U and Junior Age Divisions.

2. Provides any necessary information to report on activities and make recommendations to the Coaches’ Council Director to share at the

Executive Board meeting.

3. Assists the Freestyle, Greco and Women’s Directors in the selection of coaches for the 16U and Junior National Duals and 16U and Junior National teams for Chairperson’s approval. Part of this assistance

includes verifying USAW coach’s cards and NCEP Certification.

4. Assists the 16U, Junior and Women’s Dual Meet and 16U, Junior and Women’s National Team Leaders in the preparation and submission of detailed budgets.

5. Oversees and/ or assists Freestyle and Greco Directors in the selection of wrestlers for the National Teams at Petition Committee and other meetings, making sure that both state and national protocols are being met, including the process of filling replacement positions.

6. Oversees and /or assists in the selection of National Team Training sites, as well as the development, organization, and running of training camp. 7. Works with, and makes recommendation to the Freestyle, Greco and Women’s Directors to ensure that the needs of all age groups within the organization are being met.

8. Serves as liaison between the Executive Board and Freestyle, Greco and Women’s Directors.

9. Supervises the actions of 16U and Junior Dual Meet and 16U and Junior National team leaders.

10. Assists in the registering, organization, and scheduling for training camps, travel and housing for National Teams.

11. Participates in all disciplinary actions and hearings involving 16U and Junior Age Division wrestlers.

12. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

13. Serves as a member of the Coaches’ Council and in charge of appointing 2 members to the CC Himself/ herself that will be aligned with the same term limit as the National Team Director.

Position

Boys’ 14U / Kids Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National Kids and/ or 14U events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

Updated 10-2018

Updated 11/2024

1. Supervises all programs, events, and teams that involve wrestlers in the Boys’ 14U / Kids Age Divisions.

2. Prepares recommendations to the USA Wrestling - Ohio

membership and the Board of Directors on matters affecting the 14U, 12U, 10U and 8U Boys’ age divisions including special budget requests and developmental programs. This includes input from the Coaches’ Council.

3. Reports to the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and the Board of Directors on activities and accomplishments of Boys’ 14U teams and wrestlers at the Annual Meeting.

4. Verify USAW coach’s card and NCEP Certification information on all Boys’ 14U Age Division coaches.

5. Supervises the activities of the Boys’ 14U Dual Meet Team Leader. 6. Assists the Boys’ 14U Dual Meet Leader in the preparation and submission of detailed budget.

7. Oversees the selection of all wrestlers, based on placement at the 14U/ Kids State Tournament, for the Boys’ 14U Dual Meet Team. 8. Oversees the selection of all replacement wrestlers for the Boys’ 14U Dual Meet Team according to established criteria.

9. Participates in all disciplinary actions and hearings involving Boys’ 14U / Kids Age Division wrestlers.

10. Represents USA Wrestling - Ohio at the Central Kids/14U Regional Tournament and at the Boys’ 14U Dual Meet Championships or assigns a replacement, approved by the State Chairperson, if unable to attend.

11. Represents USA Wrestling - Ohio on the USAW Kids/14U National Council or assigns a replacement, approved by the State Chairperson, if unable to attend.

12. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

13. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication; e.g., team photos, results, action shots, etc. for the Boys’ 14U/ Kids Age divisions. This may be assigned to a responsible parent.

Position

Girls’ 14U / Kids Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at State, Regional, and National Kids and/ or 14U events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Added 11/2024

1. Supervises all programs, events, and teams that involve wrestlers in the Girls’ 14U / Kids Age Divisions.

2. Prepares recommendations to the USA Wrestling - Ohio

membership and the Board of Directors on matters affecting the 14U, 12U, 10U and 8U Girls’ age divisions including special budget requests and developmental programs. This includes input from the Coaches’ Council.

3. Reports to the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership and the Board of Directors on activities and accomplishments of Girls’ 14U teams and wrestlers at the Annual Meeting.

4. Verify USAW coach’s card and NCEP Certification information on all Girls’ 14U Age Division coaches.

5. Supervises the activities of the Girls’ 14U Dual Meet Team Leader. 6. Assists the Girls’ 14U Dual Meet Leader in the preparation and submission of detailed budget.

7. Oversees the selection of all wrestlers, based on placement at the 14U/ Kids State Tournament, for the Girls’ 14U Dual Meet Team. 8. Oversees the selection of all replacement wrestlers for the Girls’ 14U Dual Meet Team according to established criteria.

9. Participates in all disciplinary actions and hearings involving Girls’ 14U / Kids Age Division wrestlers.

10. Represents USA Wrestling - Ohio at the Central Kids/14U Regional Tournament and at the Girls’ 14U Dual Meet Championships or assigns a replacement, approved by the State Chairperson, if unable to attend.

11. Represents USA Wrestling - Ohio on the USAW Kids/14U National Council or assigns a replacement, approved by the State Chairperson, if unable to attend.

12. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

13. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication; e.g., team photos, results, action shots, etc. for the Girls’ 14U/ Kids Age divisions. This may be assigned to a responsible parent.

Position

Open Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved National FILA Junior, University, and Senior level events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Encourages OPEN level wrestlers to participate in USA sanctioned events, either by wrestling or officiating.

2. Prepares recommendations to the USA Wrestling - Ohio

membership and the Board of Directors on matters affecting the Open Age Division including special budget requests and

developmental programs. This includes input from the Coaches’ Council.

3. If possible, host a tournament to encourage this level of wrestling. 4. Attends the Board – Age Director meeting, which is held, as a minimum, once per year prior to the Executive Board meeting to report on activities and make recommendations for changes and new items to consider for the Open Age Division.

5. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

6. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication; e.g., team photos, results, action shots, etc. for the Open Age division.

Position

Operations Officials Director(s)

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, USAW-Ohio license, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved USAWO meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 10-2023

Each Director will perform the following functions – one for the northern part of the State and one for the southern part of the State. Columbus is considered as part of the south.

1. Assigns a Head Operations Official for each USA Wrestling - Ohio tournament.

2. Assigns Operations Official(s) for each USA Wrestling – Ohio Tournament based on availability/ experience of the Operations Officials. Four is the maximum number of officials to be assigned.

3. Sets guidelines for Operations Officials to ensure accurate pairing by the officials.

4. Verifies that all Operations Officials (anyone working as a operations g official and over 18) have had a background check and a current USA membership prior to them being able to officiate.

5. Keeps track of who paired where so that operations officials who have qualified for incentives under the “Ohio Incentive Policy for Mat and Operations Officials” can be compensated properly.

6. Develops programs to recruit new operations officials and retain experienced ones.

7. Encourages existing operations officials to work toward advancement in rank if they so desire.

8. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

Position

Mat Officials Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, USAW-Ohio license, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved USAWO meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 10-2023

1. Assigns a Head Mat Official for each USA Wrestling - Ohio tournament.

2. Assigns Mat Official(s) for each USA Wrestling – Ohio Tournament based on availability/ experience of the Mat Officials.

3. Sets guidelines for Mat Officials to ensure accurate officiating by the officials.

4. Verifies that all Mat Officials (anyone working as a mat official and over 18) have had a background check and a current USA

membership prior to them being able to officiate.

5. Keeps track of who officiated where so that mat officials who have qualified for incentives under the “Ohio Incentive Policy for Mat and Operations Officials” can be compensated properly.

6. Notifies all Mat Officials that have qualified for USAW-Ohio paid license of the procedure for re-imbursement by September 1 at the latest.

7. Develops programs to recruit new officials and retain experienced ones.

8. Encourages existing officials to work toward advancement in rank if they so desire.

9. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

Position

Folkstyle Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved USAW Regional and National Folkstyle events (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the promotion and development of Folkstyle wrestling in Ohio.

2. Responsible for ensuring that there is a Folkstyle State Championship at the conclusion of the High School wrestling season, when possible. 3. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

4. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication to promote Folkstyle wrestling.

5. Works with Coaches’ Council Director to help promote this style wrestling to all participants.

Position

Sombo Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved USAW Regional and National Sombo wrestling events (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the promotion and development of Sombo wrestling in Ohio.

2. Will seek out USAW-Ohio members who are interested in Sombo wrestling and develop leaders in this style.

3. Will promote competition in Sombo wrestling in Ohio.

4. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

5. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication to promote Sombo wrestling.

Position

Grappling Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved USAW Regional and National Grappling wrestling events (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the promotion and development of Grappling wrestling in Ohio.

2. Will seek out USAW-Ohio members who are interested in Grappling wrestling and develop leaders in this style.

3. Will promote competition in Grappling wrestling in Ohio.

4. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

5. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication to promote Grappling wrestling.

Position

Beach Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved USAW Regional and National Beach wrestling events (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the promotion and development of Beach wrestling in Ohio.

2. Will seek out USAW-Ohio members who are interested in Beach wrestling and develop leaders in this style.

3. Will promote competition in Beach wrestling in Ohio.

4. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

5. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication to promote Beach wrestling.

Position

Freestyle Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At-Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at instructional clinics throughout the state and approved Regional and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

Updated 10-21-17

Updated 10-2018

1. Works to improve freestyle wrestling technique of the USAW-OH coaches and wrestlers. This includes assisting in the training and development of coaches, establishing a training curriculum, as well as sponsoring clinics at club and tournament to help promote Freestyle wrestling in Ohio.

2. Develop, in conjunction with the National Teams Director, a freestyle philosophy and training system that will improve freestyle wrestling in Ohio and can be implemented statewide to all coaches and wrestlers.

3. In conjunction with the National Teams Director help supervise all programs, events and teams that involve freestyle at all age groups, this includes the Women’s program.

4. Can attend clinics/ training camps (i.e., Colorado Springs) at the expense of USA Wrestling-Ohio for education purposes and or recommend candidates to attend USA Wrestling – Ohio coaching clinics to the Chairperson.

5. Prepares recommendation to the USAW-OH and the Board of Directors concerning matters affecting the freestyle wrestling needs and

development. This includes input from the Coaches’ Council. Provides any necessary information to report on activities and make recommendations to the Coaches’ Council Director to share at the Executive Board meeting.

6. Reports to the USA Wrestling – Ohio and to the Board of Directors on the activities and accomplishments of the Freestyle teams at the 16U and Junior levels.

7. Receives information and selects, with assistance of the National Teams Director, head coaches for the national dual and 16U and Junior National teams for Chairperson approval prior to team selection.

8. Works with the selected head coach in the selection of a freestyle coaching staff.

9. Works with the selected head coach in the development of training camps, including selection of any guest clinicians.

10. Establishing methods for and working to ensure that the best possible freestyle teams are competing at national events. This includes contacting returning national champs and All-Americans to encourage their participation.

11. Oversees the selection of wrestlers for 14U, 16U and Junior National Teams, as well as establish a Petition committee with the assistance of the national teams director.

12. Represents USA Wrestling –Ohio at Freestyle Central regional tournament, the dual meet championships, and the 16U and Junior National Championships or assigns a replacement, approves by the State Chairperson, if unable to attend. Should also attend as many qualifiers as possible.

13. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 14. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication; e.g., team photos, results, action shots, etc.

15. Participates in all disciplinary actions and hearings involving 16U and Junior Age division freestyle wrestlers.

16. Serves as a member of the Coaches’ Council and is in charge of appointing 2 members to the CC himself/ herself that will be aligned with the same term limit as the Freestyle Director.

Position

Greco Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At-Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at instructional clinics throughout the state and approved Regional and National events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

Upd 10-21-17

Updated 10-2018

1. Works to improve Greco wrestling technique of the USAW-OH coaches and wrestlers. This includes assisting in the training and development of coaches, establishing a training curriculum, as well as sponsoring clinics at club and tournament to help promote Greco wrestling in Ohio.

2. Develop, in conjunction with the National Teams Director, a Greco philosophy and training system that will improve Greco wrestling in Ohio and can be implemented statewide to all coaches and wrestlers.

3. In conjunction with the National Teams Director help supervise all programs, events and teams that involve Greco at all age groups.

4. Can attend clinics/ training camps (i.e., Colorado Springs) at the expense of USA Wrestling – Ohio for education purposes and/ or recommend to the Chairperson candidates to attend USAW coaching clinics.

5. Prepares recommendation to the USAW-OH and the Board of Directors concerning matters affecting the Greco wrestling needs and development. This includes input from the Coaches’ Council. Provides any necessary information to report on activities and make recommendations to the Coaches’ Council Director to share at the Executive Board meeting.

6. Reports to the USA Wrestling – Ohio and to the Board of Directors on the activities and accomplishments of the Greco teams at the 16U and Junior levels.

7. Receives information and selects, with assistance of the National Teams Director, head coaches for the national dual and 16U and Junior National teams for Chairperson approval prior to team selection.

8. Works with the selected head coach in the selection of a Greco coaching staff. 9. Works with the selected head coach in the development of training camps; including selection of any guest clinicians.

10. Establishing methods for and working to ensure that the best possible Greco teams are competing at national events. This includes contacting returning national champs and All-Americans to encourage their participation.

11. Oversees the selection of wrestlers for 14U, 16U and Junior National Teams, as well as establish a Petition committee for National Teams Director’s approval.

12. Represents USA Wrestling –Ohio at Greco Central regional tournament, the dual meet championships, and the 16U and Junior National Championships or assigns a replacement, approved by the State Chairperson, if unable to attend. Should also attend as many qualifiers as possible.

13. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling-Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

14. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication; e.g., team photos, results, action shots, etc.

15. Participates in all disciplinary actions and hearings involving 16U and Junior age division Greco wrestlers.

16. Serves as a member of the Coaches’ Council and is in charge of appointing 2 members to the CC himself/ herself that will be aligned with the same term limit as the Greco Director.

Position

Women’s Wrestling Director(s)

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At-Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved Regional and National Women’s events and meetings (Note: All expenses are state expenses; women’s team travel expenses are team expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

Updated 10/2019

Updated 10/2020

Updated 11/2024

1. Assist in the Promotion and growth of women’s wrestling throughout the state of Ohio at all levels, freestyle, Folkstyle and Greco

2. Assist the Freestyle and Greco Directors and reports to the appropriate director on all programs, events and teams that involve wrestlers in the USA OHIO Women’s Divisions, both Freestyle and Greco.

3. Assist the Freestyle and Greco directors on recommendations to the USAW-OH membership and the Boards of Directors on matters affecting the Girls’ divisions including special budget requests and developmental programs.

4. Reports to the USAW-OH membership and the Board of Directors on activities and accomplishments of Girls’ 16U and Junior teams and wrestlers at the Annual Meeting.

5. Receives information on potential coaches for 16U and Junior Women’s National Teams and makes recommendations for Head and Assistant Coaches to the appropriate style director. All final coaching decisions made by the appropriate style Director and USAW-OH Chairperson.

6. Verify USAW coach’s card and NCEP Certification information on all Women’s coaches.

7. Prepare detailed budgets for all Women’s teams and submit them to the appropriate style director and Treasurer for approval.

8. Assist the appropriate style director or the Girls’ 16U and Junior Dual team leader(s) in the selection of wrestlers for the Women’s Dual Meet and National Teams.

9. Participates in all disciplinary actions and hearings involving Women wrestlers.

10. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USAW-OH membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

11. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website with respect to Women’s wrestling for publication; e.g., team photos, results, action shots, team camp information

12. Assists the Girls’ 14U/ Kids Director as needed with respect to dual team formation, budgets and coaches’ selections.

Position

Media/ Promotions Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved media and/or promotional events (Note: All expenses are state expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Maintains the USA Wrestling – Ohio website.

2. Ensures all divisions have information posted in a timely manner. 3. Aids in getting newsletter out.

4. Edits and posts results of USAW-OH events.

5. Work with the National Office to disseminate pertinent information and to clear media to represent Ohio at events.

6. Prepares flyers, news releases and/ or articles as appropriate or directed by the USAW-OH Board of Directors.

7. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USAW- OH membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

Position

International Exchange Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in odd-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the odd- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) (Note: All ordinary expenses are state expenses; international travel expenses are team expenses.)

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Develops and promotes international exchange programs for Ohio wrestlers.

2. Plans and budgets for all international exchanges sponsored by USAW-OH.

3. Promotes Ohio wrestling internationally.

4. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 5. Identifies and submits items of interest to the website for publication; e.g., photos, results, action shots, information and photos, etc.

Position

Fundraising Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved fund-raising events (Note: All expenses are state expenses.).

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 10/2020

1. Responsible for generating ideas to help offset some of the expenses of USAW-OH, including national team expenses.

2. Responsible for performing the tasks necessary to take approved ideas to the revenue generation phase.

3. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

Position

Safe Sport Director

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USA Wrestling - Ohio at approved SafeSport events (Note: All expenses are state expenses.).

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Created 10/2020

1. Complete the Safe Sport training and be fully versed on all matters within the USA Wrestling Safe Sport Handbook.

2. Serve as the primary contact for USA Wrestling and oversee the implementation of effective educational programs for all chartered clubs, participants, parents/ guardians and coaches, and any additional parties that may be required by USA Wrestling.

3. Oversee USAW-OH and local chartered clubs have properly approved and implemented USA Safe Sport policies and education.

4. Verify that all coaches participating in all member programs of USAW OH are compliant with Safe Sport and background screening under USAW policies.

5. Understand the reporting structure and refer all reports of a violation of the Safe Sport policies directly to the appropriate parties at USAW, Center for SafeSport and local child protection and/ or law enforcement.

6. Responsible for representing USAW-Ohio at national Safe Sport meetings and workshops/ webinars and disseminate information on best practices.

7. Perform other functions as necessary in the fulfillment of USAW’s continuing efforts to foster safe, healthy and positive environments for its athletes and members.

Position

At-Large Board Members

How Selected

Elected by a majority vote of all Chartered Clubs, Officers, Directors, and At Large Board Members at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years

Term of Office

Two (2) years starting on the date of the Annual Meeting in the even- numbered year in which elected and ending on the date of the Annual Meeting two years later

Compensation

No compensation

Voting Rights

May vote on all elections, issues, and motions at open meetings of USA Wrestling - Ohio

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 11/24

1. Represent their area of the state (i.e., northeast, northwest, central, southwest, or southeast) at the Annual Meeting of USA Wrestling - Ohio.

2. Work with Tournament Directors at a minimum of 40% of the USAWO events in a season (with one event being a State Tournaments) at registration/ weigh-ins/ USA card sales as assigned by the

Tournament Coordinator.

3. Will be part of the petition committees that pick the 16U / Junior teams going to the 16U and Junior Nationals if they work at least four (4) Ohio-based USA Wrestling Tournaments.

4. Work with Junior/ 16U Directors and Dual Meet Team Leaders on developing regional sites in June and July for local wrestlers to prepare for National Events.

5. Perform other duties as requested by the Chairperson and/or Media/Promotions Director whenever possible such as distributing tournament schedules at various wrestling events.

6. Represent USA Wrestling - Ohio at USA Wrestling Chartered Clubs and other wrestling clubs and events and talk with coaches and wrestlers about the benefits of USA Wrestling membership when requested.

7. Verify coach’s card verification and police policy of ‘coach must have USAW coach’s card’ at qualifying tournaments.

Position

Tournament Coordinators

How Selected

Up to two coordinators will be appointed by the Chairperson

Term of Office

One (1) year starting on the date of the Annual Meeting or thereafter and ending on the date of the following Annual Meeting

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USAW-OH throughout the state (Note: all expenses are paid for by each individual tournament).

Voting Rights

No voting rights at USAW-OH meetings

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Writes, distributes, and collects contracts for all events and coordinates all paperwork needed for these events (event and club sanctions) for the national office with the Membership Chairperson.

2. Prepares and distributes the schedule of USAWO events. 3. Assists Tournament Directors by preparing/updating a Tournament Director’s Guide and preparing/distributing various tournament forms and supplies for USA Wrestling - Ohio tournaments.

4. Collect all Tournament Report forms for each tournament along with all money and materials left and inventories what remains.

5. Provide a detailed report at the Annual Meeting of all USAWO event statistics, including attendance and financial accounting. 6. Represent USA Wrestling - Ohio at USA Wrestling Chartered Clubs and other wrestling clubs and events and talk with coaches and wrestlers about the benefits of USA Wrestling membership when requested.

Position

National Coaches Education Program Coordinator

How Selected

Appointed by the Chairperson

Term of Office

One (1) year starting on the date of the Annual Meeting or thereafter and ending on the date of the following Annual Meeting

Compensation

No compensation, but reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USAW-OH at approved NCEP events (Note: all expenses are paid for state expenses).

Voting Rights

No voting rights at USAW-OH meetings

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Promote the National Coaches Education program throughout the state 2. Develop a group of instructors that can and will teach the Bronze Level Coaches Education programs in Ohio.

3. Arrange for several Bronze Level Coaches Education programs for USAWO to help certify Ohio coaches and secure an instructor for the Bronze clinics at any Regional or National event held in Ohio

4. Work with the National office to keep an accurate list of Bronze, Silver and Gold level Coaches for Ohio

5. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

Position

Dual Meet Team Leader

(one for each Dual Meet Team)

How Selected

Appointed by the Chairperson based on a recommendation from the appropriate Wrestling Style type Director.

Term of Office

From the time of appointment until all duties and responsibilities have been fulfilled for the event in question.

Compensation

No compensation

Voting Rights

No voting rights at USAW-OH meetings

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 11/24

1. Responsible for generating and submitting a fiscally sound budget by noon on the Friday before the state tournament for the corresponding age division and collecting funds that will cover all costs associated with the team and event with the exception of the entry fee, which USAW-OH will pay.

2. Responsible for paying all incurred expenses within three weeks of the conclusion of the dual meet event. Failure to do so will result in a fine of the entry fee amount.

3. Working with the appropriate Style type Director to find

information on potential coaches for the team and make

recommendations for Head and Assistant Coaches to the

Chairperson.

4. Set up a procedure for selecting team members and replacements 5. Organize camp (if necessary), transportation to and from the event, accommodations, and assists the coaching staff in submitting team rosters in compliance with National Event rules.

6. Distribute and collect all necessary paperwork including entry forms, emergency releases, discipline policies and any other

pertinent information that might be necessary.

7 Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

Position

National Team Leader

(minimum of three for 16U, Junior, and Girls’ 16U/ Junior National Teams

How Selected

Appointed by the Chairperson based on a recommendation from the appropriate Style Director.

Term of Office

From the time of appointment until all duties and responsibilities have been fulfilled for the 16U, Junior, and Girls’ 16U/Junior National Championships.

Compensation

Compensation of $2,500 each and reimbursed for ordinary job-related expenses (such as phone calls, postage, supplies, etc.) as well as reasonable travel expenses when representing USAW-OH at the 16U / Junior National Championships and the Ohio National Team training camps (Note: compensation is a state expense; all other expenses are team expenses).

Voting Rights

No voting rights at USAW-OH meetings

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 11/4

1. Responsible for generating a fiscally sound budget and collecting funds that will cover all costs associated with the team.

2. In cooperation with the Executive Board of USAW-OH and the Junior and 16U Directors, the National Team Leaders will:

• Set up a procedure for selecting team members and replacements and notifying them of their responsibilities.

• Organize camp, transportation to and from the event,

accommodations, and assists the coaching staff in

submitting team rosters in compliance with National Event rules.

• Distribute and collect all necessary paperwork including entry forms, emergency releases, discipline policies and any other

pertinent information that might be necessary.

• Make arrangements for any team and individual pictures

that are taken.

• Select and order team gear and arrange for its distribution. 3. Primary liaison between wrestlers/parents and USA Wrestling – Ohio staff regarding all aspects of the Ohio National Team and the National Tournament. The National Team Leader must be prepared to answer questions and resolve issues on a daily basis beginning with the State Qualifying tournaments to a month following the National Tournament. 4. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson.

5. There will be a team leader for the following: Boys’ 16U , Boys’ Junior, and Girls’ 16U/ Junior National teams.

Position

Head Mat Official for USA Wrestling – Ohio Tournaments

How Selected

Appointed by USAW-OH Mat Officials Director (must have a current USWOA license)

Compensation

See USAW-OH Compensation Policy for Mat and Operations Officials

Voting Rights

No voting rights at USAW-OH meetings

Duties and

Responsibilities

1. Works with the Tournament Director to ensure that there are an adequate number of mat officials assigned to work the tournament. 2. Gives preference to USWOA-licensed officials when securing the services of mat officials for the tournament.

3. Gets a list of all mat officials who work the tournament and ensures that they are compensated according to the USA

Wrestling - Ohio Compensation Policy for Mat and Operations Officials.

4. Works with the Head Operations Official to resolve all compensation disputes prior to completion of the tournament.

5. Gives a brief rules clinic before the beginning of Greco-Roman and freestyle competition (Note: This duty may be assigned to another mat official.).

6. Attempts to ensure that there are an adequate number of mat officials for the entire length of the tournament so that tournament operations are not adversely affected.

7. Resolves all disputes at the tournament regarding application of the competition rules of FILA and USA Wrestling.

8. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USA Wrestling - Ohio membership, the Board of Directors, and/or the Chairperson. 9. Ensures that the list of mat officials that worked the USAW-OH tournament are sent to the Mat Officials Director.

Position

Head Operations Official for USA Wrestling
Ohio Tournaments

How Selected

Appointed by USAW-OH Operatons Officials Director (must have a current USWOA license)

Compensation

See USAW-OH Compensation Policy for Mat and Operations Officials

Voting Rights

No voting rights at USAW-OH meetings

Duties and

Responsibilities Updated 10-2023

1. Works with the Tournament Director to ensure that there are an adequate number of operations officials assigned to work the tournament (maximum of 3 operations officials).

2. Gives preference to USAW-OH-licensed officials when securing the services of operations officials for the tournament.

3. Gets a list of all operations officials who work the tournament and ensures that they are compensated according to the USA Wrestling - Ohio Compensation Policy for Mat and Operations Officials.

4. Works with the Head Mat Official to resolve all compensation disputes prior to completion of the tournament.

5. Provides the Tournament Director with the amount due for Officials Compensation.

6. Attempts to ensure that there are an adequate number of operations officials for the entire length of the tournament so that tournament operations are not adversely affected.

7. Ensures that all wrestlers are paired correctly according to the rules of FILA and USA Wrestling as modified by USAW-OH.

8. Resolves all disputes at the tournament regarding operations issues. 9. Ensures that all Tournament Withdrawal forms have been completed correctly.

10. . Performs other duties that may be assigned by the USAW-OH membership, the Board of Directors, and /or the Chairperson.

Table of Entire Document Changes

October 2018

To comply with USA Wrestling National changes to Age division names: Cadet to 16U; Schoolboy to 14U; Novice to 12U; Intermediate to 10U and Bantam to 8U

October 2019

Updated Women’s Director to show reporting to Freestyle Director

October 2020

Added SafeSport Director, changed Fund Raising and Women’s Director to even number year election

October 2023

Updated Pairing Official to Operations Official to comply with national office changes; updated Head Operations Official description to reflect current operations

October 2024

Added Girls’ 14U/ Kids Director, modified Boys’ 14U/ Kids director to handle boys 14U/ Kids only; updated Membership chairperson to eliminate $500 and to add some responsibilities; modified Dual Team Leader to have a due date for budget submission and a due date to have all bills paid; modified National Team Leader to add a third team leader for the girls; modified Women’s Director to assist with Greco women’s athletes also; modified At Large Members to eliminate $100 expense offset.