The University of New Haven is seeking a GA for the fall of 2027. We are a varsity DI women’s program located in West Haven CT. The GA must be enrolled full time, tuition is fully covered and there is a small yearly stipend.
All interested candidates should email coach Emily Record erecord@newhaven.edu
Overview:
The Women’s Rugby Graduate Assistant will assist in all aspects of coaching and managing the rugby team with the priority being on team management. They will 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:
Duties shared with assistant coach:
- Assist in organizing and executing team practices and game strategy
- Participate in individual player feedback and film review
- Analyze game footage and provide feedback to coaches and players
- Scout opponents and work with head coach to come up with game strategies
- Assist with fundraising and community outreach efforts
- Attend practices, games, and team events unless previously worked out with the head coach
- Support head coach with administrative tasks such as event planning, scheduling, data entry, and anything else that arises
Duties specific to GA:
- Provide academic support and participate in individual player feedback and academic check-ins
- Assist with recruiting efforts, including organizing campus visits, scouting, and occasional communication with prospective student-athletes
- Coordinate team travel arrangements, including reserving hotels and managing team meals
- Assist in managing social media accounts and producing consistent content to promote the team
- Log all CARA hours appropriately in ARMS
- Liaise with NCR for game day rosters and match management
- Assist with management of team and individual stats
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