CWU Women’s Rugby (currently second in the nation in Division 1) is looking for a Graduate Assistant Coach to work with elite level collegiate student-athletes in a full time varsity rugby setting. Qualified candidates will earn a free master’s degree in their desired field while assisting the head coach in planning, coaching/mentoring, recruiting, administering, and promoting the women’s rugby program within NCAA and institutional standards.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Assists head coach in planning and conducting team practices, training, conditioning, and competitions; Teaches rugby skills to student-athletes.
- Serves as a mentor by demonstrating a sincere interest in the academic success and general well being of each student-athlete, from a student first perspective.
- Assists head coach with recruiting efforts including travel to tournaments, participation in campus visits of prospective students, etc.
- Completes the NCAA Coach Certification Test and complies with the rules and regulations of the NCAA, institution and conference regulations
- Assists the head coach in planning the budget for the women’s rugby program (equipment, team travel, recruiting, etc.)
- Assists head coach in planning and developing a competitive schedule and coordinating team travel
- Assists head coach in promoting the CWU Women’s Rugby program through community outreach, rugby camps, etc.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Strong knowledge of rugby skills and strategies (15s and 7s)
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Strong organizational skills and work ethic.
- Minimum 3-5 years experience playing and/or coaching rugby at the high school, club or collegiate level.
- Preferred experience with backs specific play and/or 7s
Salary & Benefits
- Graduate school tuition waiver, payroll stipend (range based on experience), and medical insurance coverage
- Preferred graduate programs Exercise Science, Nutrition or Athletic Administration
If interested please email Mel Denham at denhamM@cwu.edu with your Rugby CV.
A graduate assistant coach to work with elite level collegiate student-athletes in a full time varsity rugby setting. Responsibilities and qualification is a must to have a successful team. Thanks for posting this.