Coach - Rugby - Women's Lead

Colgate University; August (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a passionate Rugby Coach to lead and inspire student-athletes in a vibrant campus environment. This role offers the chance to develop leadership skills while fostering a sense of belonging among participants. You'll be responsible for planning training sessions, managing club athletes, and ensuring compliance with governing bodies. If you have a strong background in rugby and a commitment to student development, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the student experience through sports.

Benefits

Sick Leave

Paid Time Off

Free Parking

Access to Fitness Facilities

Discounts at University Bookstore

Qualifications

• 4 years of rugby playing or coaching experience required.
• Must have USA Rugby Level 1 Coach certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and executing training sessions for the women's rugby team.
• Manage recruitment and ensure academic progress of club athletes.

Skills

Rugby Coaching

Leadership Skills

Team Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly

selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to

become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University,

as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking,

and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural

events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all

positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year

the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Campus Recreation supports the development of the whole person and their sense of

belonging through active programs, services, and facilities that promote wellbeing.

The Colgate University Club Sport Program is designed to enhance the student

experience while participating in a sport of choice. It is not intended to be a path leading

clubs to varsity status under the Colgate Intercollegiate Athletics program.

Provide students, faculty, and staff the opportunity for instruction and participation

in a wide variety of sports of which one may develop sound, lifelong leisure

values.

Develop leadership skills by providing opportunities for students to organize,

administer, and manage through individual clubs and/or the Club Sport Council.

Provide an avenue for camaraderie and to develop a sense of belonging among

individuals in the shared pursuit of sport.

Provide an outlet for advanced participation and competition in a particular sport.

Secure funds, facilities and equipment necessary to learn and practice skills of a

particular sport.

Accountabilities

Responsible in conjunction with strategic leadership of all activities and outcomes within the women’s component of the rugby program. These will include sustained performance

and execution in the following areas:

• Support of the philosophy and objectives of the Colgate Rugby program as a whole
• Session Planning for the women’s team in line with Colgate’s Coaching and Playing Philosophies, and in conjunction with Director of Rugby
• Delivery of team, unit and skill specific sessions
• Delivery of game day preparation, and game management
• Video review, thematic tagging, and presentation creation
• Responsible for role modeling positive behaviors and leadership for club-athletes.
• Creation of a positive, supportive, inclusive environment for all players, administrators and stakeholders.

Responsible for recruitment and management of club athletes to ensure club meets

sustained performance in the following areas:

• Attracting and evaluating club-athletes before, during, and end of season
• Ensuring club-athlete academic progress and well-being and where appropriate adapting practice schedules to support their academic endeavors
• Ensuring club-athletes adhere to institutional policies and code of conduct

Responsible for creating a culture of compliance within the programs to all relevant

governing bodies including:

Liberty Rugby Conference

NY State Collegiate Rugby Conference

National Collegiate Rugby ( NCR )

USA Rugby

Specific Conference

University policies

• Ensures positive relationships and communication between the program and key stakeholders, including alumni, parents, faculty, and other University constituents.=
• Effectively support the club’s fundraising efforts
• Prepare and oversee alumni mailing as per divisional and institutional guidelines

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority ( CSA ), in accordance

with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSA’s are required to

and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and

employees to the campus safety department

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

Four (4) years of rugby playing, coaching, or operations experience
USA Rugby Level 1 Coach (L200)
A Current First Aid, CPR , AED Certification is required
A valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required
Must be able to obtain certifications within 60 days of hire date

Preferred Qualifications

Four (4) years of rugby playing, coaching, or operations experience at high school, collegiate or professional level, USA Rugby Level 2 Coach (L300) (ability to achieve in 6 months after hire), CSCS or equivalent S&C qualification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work for Colgate University in the United States without requiring sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H1B)

Other Information

Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA , ECAC , NCR , USA Rugby and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA , ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause .

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2025CW016Posting

Temporary

Temporary Yes

Work Schedule

This position is expected to run from July 1st, 2025 through November 30th, 2025

Approximate Out-of-season Hours: July: 16hrs per week

Approximate In-season Hours: August- November: 25-30hrs per week

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 05/02/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [e-mail] .

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