Men’s Head Coach

NERFU (New England Rugby Football Union); Town of Vermont (WI); Sur place; USD 6 000 - 12 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A local rugby club in Vermont seeks a Men’s head coach to lead training and match preparation starting in April 2025. The ideal candidate will have USARugby coaching level II certification and at least 2 years of coaching experience. Responsibilities include planning weekly practices, attending matches, and guiding players in a supportive environment. Compensation is based on experience and will be disbursed bimonthly.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience coaching rugby.
• Ability to explain decision making and lead a group of 20+ men.
• Willingness to obtain certification before Sept 1st, 2025.
• Must be proficient with the bylaws and rules of rugby.
• USARugby referee level II certification is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Plan and attend weekly training sessions.
• Attend all match fixtures.
• Design dynamic practices for attack and defense.
• Facilitate training focused on skills and strategy.
• Demonstrate techniques prioritizing player safety.
• Reinforce communication and team unity.
• Work with captains on match day roster selections.

Connaissances

Coaching at college or club level

Communication skills

Understanding of rugby bylaws and rules

Safety and technique prioritization

Formation

USARugby coaching level II certification

USARugby referee level II

Description du poste

Mad River – Stowe RFC is accepting applicants for the Men’s head coach position. Ideal candidates would be able to start in April 2025 through the Fall season of 2025. Matches and practices are typically held weeknights from 6:00 – 8:00pm. Club home pitch is located in Stowe, VT. Training locations vary based on seasons and availability – Montpelier, Stowe and Waterbury, Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Plan & attend 2-hour long weekly training during spring and fall seasons.
• Attend all match fixture(s) – away and home.
• Design dynamic practices that enhance both attack & defensive play.
• Facilitate training concentrating on skills training and on-field strategy/tactics.
• Provide fundamental demonstrations that prioritize player safety and technique.
• Reinforce values of communication, club culture and team unity.
• Work alongside captains and club leadership to make match day roster selections.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must have earned (or be willing to obtain before Sept 1st, 2025) USARugby coaching level II certification.
• In addition, 2+ years of experience coaching rugby at the college or club level.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, explain decision making, and lead a group of approximately 20+ men.
• Must be proficient with the bylaws and rules of rugby.
• USARugby referee level II certification is a plus.

Compensation

The board of directors have allocated funds for the head coach position. Stipend amount will be based on experience and attendance. Stipends will be delivered on a bimonthly basis.