WANTED: Dartmouth Head Coach, Women’s Rugby

Head Coach, Women’s Rugby, Department Athletics

Position Number 0579600

Position Purpose

To lead, coach, develop and administer all aspects of the women’s rugby program within NCAA, Ivy League and institutional standards.

Skills & Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of technical and strategic aspects of the game of rugby.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse community.
• Ability to teach, lead, motivate and guide student-athletes.
• Ability to recruit effectively with no athletic grants-in-aid and highly selective admissions standards.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Minimum Experience

Six years experience coaching rugby or the equivalent

Minimum Education

Bachelors degree
Masters preferred

FLSA: Exempt
Level: PDL A
Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Department Contact for Cover Letter

Wendy Bordeau

Special Instructions to Applicants

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: resume, cover letter, and a list of three references.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Key Accountabilities

Coaching/Mentoring

• Plan, organize and conduct individual and team practices, training and competitions.
• Teach and implement skills and strategies.
• Set and communicate appropriate goals and expectations for individuals and team.
• Maintain team discipline and the highest standards of ethics and sportsmanship.
• Meet competitive goals for program.
• Demonstrate a sincere interest in the academic, personal, and physical welfare of each student-athlete; counsel team members and consult with appropriate College staff as necessary for resolution of issues.
• Contribute positively to the goals of the College and educational experience of student-athletes.

Recruiting

• Work closely with department administrators to coordinate recruitment activity.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with admissions representatives.
• Develop and implement an overall recruiting plan, including, but not limited to:
  • identifying qualified students and talented athletes;
  • building and maintaining prospect database;
  • communicating with prospects by phone, mail, e-mail;
  • traveling to evaluate prospects, meet parents and high school coaches, and
  • organizing campus visits;
• Maintain knowledge of the College’s programs and opportunities to effectively inform prospects.
• Contribute to the recruitment goals of the College.

Administration

• Know and comply with the rules and regulations of the NCAA and Ivy League, and work to stay abreast of rule changes, applications and interpretations.
• Actively seek to ensure that staff members, athletes, and athletics representatives are informed of and comply with NCAA and Ivy League rules.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
• Train, supervise and evaluate assistant coaches.
• Assign coaching, recruiting and administrative responsibilities to assistant coaches and other staff.
• Coordinate the search for and hiring of assistant coaches.
• Oversee all aspects of the financial management of the women’s rugby program. Prepare budget recommendations (allocated and Friend’s). Plan, monitor, verify and reconcile expenditure of all funds within confines of budget.
• Work with travel coordinator to make arrangements for competition, recruiting and professional travel.
• Work with the Senior Associate Athletic Director to develop an appropriate competition schedule.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with numerous support areas and personnel: facilities and operations, business office, varsity athletics communications, marketing and promotions, athletic trainers, equipment staff, strength and conditioning.

Alumni and Public Relations

• Represent Dartmouth, the athletic department, and the women’s rugby program in a positive manner to various internal and external constituencies including students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, fans, community, media, etc.
• Work with Varsity Athletics Communications and Marketing/Promotions to develop informational/promotional materials and events.
• Actively promote Dartmouth and the women’s rugby program through the media, speaking engagements, camps, clinics, and community involvement.
• Develop alumni interest in and support for women’s rugby through “Friends” group, alumni events, regular communication and other means.
• Effectively encourage financial donations to the program.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Additional Document #1

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