University of New Haven Graduate Assistant wanted

The University of New Haven women’s rugby program is looking for a Graduate Assistant starting in the fall of 2025. The University of New Haven competes in NIRA and is going into it’s 5th year as a program. For more information or to express interest please email Head Coach Emily Record erecord@newhaven.edu

The Women’s Rugby Graduate Assistant will assist in coaching and managing the rugby team, and perform a variety of background tasks that are essential for the team’s success. This position offers tuition for graduate school and a small stipend.

Duties include but are not limited to: 

• Assist in organizing and executing team practices and game strategy
• Analyze game footage and provide feedback to coaches and players
• Provide academic support and monitor student-athletes’ progress towards degree completion
• Assisting with recruiting efforts, including organizing campus visits, academic evaluations, scouting, and communicating with prospective student-athletes
• Coordinate team travel arrangements, including finding hotels and restaurants for meals
• Assist with fundraising and community outreach efforts
• Manage social media accounts and produce consistent content to promote the team
• Manage study hall hours
• Log all CARA hours appropriately in ARMS
• Liaise with NIRA for game day rosters and match management
• Support head coach with administrative tasks such as event planning, scheduling, data entry, and anything else that arises
• Assist with alumnae engagement efforts, including organizing events and communication with former players
• Participate in individual player feedback and academic check-ins
• Assist with management of team and individual stats
• Assist student manager as needed, when they are not present ensure their duties are fulfilled

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Strong knowledge and passion for rugby
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be enrolled in a graduate program
• Knowledge of NCAA rules