Assistant Coach Women's Rugby

Aquinas College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, MI invites applications for a part-time Assistant Coach for Women's Rugby. The role supports the Head Coach in coaching, recruitment, player development, game prep and strategy to build a competitive program grounded in integrity and academic excellence.

The successful candidate will recruit student-athletes, help manage rosters, and coordinate practices, games, and travel while ensuring compliance with college and conference rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Proven experience coaching women’s rugby at the collegiate level or equivalent high‑level experience.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, leadership, and program development.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and travel as needed.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Aquinas College.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Women’s Rugby Coach in coaching, recruitment, player development, game preparation, and in‑game strategy.
• Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in meeting the required roster numbers by recruiting and retaining student‑athletes who align with the values and academic standards of Aquinas College.
• Foster a positive team culture within both the varsity and reserve team that emphasizes personal development, academic achievement, sportsmanship, and service.
• Assist with the coordination of scheduling of practices, games, and team travel in compliance with college and conference guidelines.
• Ensure compliance within the conference and institutional rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Head Coach.

Skills

Coaching experience

Recruitment

Leadership

Program development

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Evenings weekends

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Assistant Coach Women's Rugby

Grand Rapids, MI, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 173524

Aquinas College, a member of the NAIA, is seeking a part‑time assistant women’s rugby coach who will be responsible for aiding and supporting the Head Women’s Rugby Coach. The ideal candidate will uphold and promote the mission of Aquinas College while assisting in building a competitive and academically successful women’s rugby program rooted in integrity, leadership, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Women’s Rugby Coach in all aspects of the women’s rugby program, including coaching, recruitment, player development, game preparation, and in‑game strategy.
• Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in meeting the required roster numbers by recruiting and retaining student‑athletes who align with the values and academic standards of Aquinas College.
• Foster a positive team culture within both the varsity and reserve team that emphasizes personal development, academic achievement, sportsmanship, and service.
• Assist with the coordination of scheduling of practices, games, and team travel in compliance with college and conference guidelines.
• Ensure compliance within the conference and institutional rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Head Coach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Proven experience coaching women’s rugby at the collegiate level or equivalent high‑level experience.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, leadership, and program development.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and travel as needed.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Aquinas College.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.