Head Coach: Men's Rugby

Saint Vincent College; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Vincent College is seeking a Men's Rugby Head Coach to lead the program, coach the team, and oversee daily operations aligned with the college’s mission. The role emphasizes developing student-athletes, building a positive culture, and driving success in competition and community engagement.

Ideal candidates will have significant rugby coaching experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to academics and athletics while ensuring safe, compliant, and impactful team activities for

Qualifications

• Significant experience in rugby coaching and program management.
• Strong leadership skills with a commitment to student success.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and Training: Lead the Men's Rugby Team by planning and conducting practices focused on skill development, strategy, and conditioning.
• Program Oversight: Provide strategic leadership and daily management of the men's rugby program.
• Recruitment: Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy to attract prospective students who meet the college's academic and athletic standards.
• Team Building and Culture: Foster a positive and inclusive team environment with sportsmanship and mutual respect.
• Community and Alumni Engagement: Promote the rugby program within the college and local community and build relationships with alumni and donors.
• Game Day and Event Management: Oversee home games, tournaments, and rugby events with a professional experience.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure activities comply with regulations and prioritize student well-being.

Skills

Rugby coaching

Program management

Recruiting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Description

Position Title: Men's Rugby Head Coach

Reports to: Director of Rugby, Athletic Director, and Director of Club Sports

Supervises: Students, Assistant Coaches (if applicable)

Primary Function: The Men's Rugby Head Coach is responsible for leading the Men's Rugby Team at Saint Vincent College and overseeing all aspects of the men's rugby program. This role focuses on developing - students, fostering a positive team culture, and ensuring the overall success and growth of the men's rugby program. The position requires leadership in coaching, recruitment, program management, and community engagement, aligning the rugby program with the college's mission and values.

Required Qualifications: Significant experience in rugby coaching and program management. Strong leadership skills with a commitment to the academic and athletic success of students. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Education: Bachelor's degree required, or working toward a degree.

Experience: Experience in rugby, either as a player, coach, or administrator. Experience in recruiting and developing prospective students.

Essential Duties

• Coaching and Training: Lead the Men's Rugby Team by planning and conducting practices focused on skill development, strategy, and conditioning. Prepare the team for competitive play, including game day coaching and tactical adjustments.


• Program Oversight: Provide strategic leadership and daily management of the men's rugby program. Ensure alignment with the college's mission and goals.


• Recruitment: Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy to attract prospective students who meet the college's academic and athletic standards. Oversee the recruitment process, including campus visits and admissions support, in close collaboration with the Director of Club Sports.


• Team Building and Culture: Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and mutual respect. Plan and facilitate team-building activities to enhance team cohesion.


• Community and Alumni Engagement: Promote the rugby program within the college and local community. Build and maintain strong relationships with alumni, donors, and supporters. Organize events such as alumni games, fundraising activities, and community service projects.


• Game Day and Event Management: Oversee the organization and execution of home games, tournaments, and other rugby-related events. Ensure a professional and efficient game day experience for players, staff, and spectators.


• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all rugby activities comply with college, conference, and national governing body regulations. Promote a safe and supportive environment for all students, prioritizing their well-being during practices, games, and team activities.

This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is provided as a general statement of the nature and duties of the position. The incumbent may be asked to perform other assignments of a similar nature, or related to the effective operation of the department, or as a developmental experience, as assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

All positions require the incumbent to be able to fully embrace the unique mission and identity of the College as a Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts and sciences institution. Saint Vincent College is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from all qualified candidates. Saint Vincent College is committed to building a diversified and competent population of faculty and staff, and encourages applications from women and minorities. Saint Vincent is an equal opportunity employer.

PLEASE NOTE: Background checks will be performed on all new hires. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and clearances.

About the Organization

Saint Vincent College is an educational community rooted in the tradition of the Catholic faith, the heritage of Benedictine monasticism, and the love of values inherent in the liberal approach to life and learning. Our mission is to provide quality undergraduate and graduate education for men and women to enable them to integrate their professional aims with the broader purposes of human life. The programs, activities, and encounters that make up student life at Saint Vincent College encourages the intellectual gifts, professional aptitudes and personal aspirations of students to mature harmoniously.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other characteristic protected by law.