Assistant Coach – Women’s Rugby

Essential Functions:

• Assists the head coach in the organization and implementation of practice plans and game management.
• Assists the head coach with scouting of opponents and film breakdown.
• Assists the head coach in the scheduling all travel and lodging arrangements for the program.
• Assists in the academic monitoring of student athletes during each academic year.
• Assists in scheduling league and non-league athletic contests and scrimmages.
• Assists the head coach in decisions regarding budget management for the program.
• Assists the head coach and the equipment manager with the selection and purchase of apparel and equipment.
• Assists the head coach and the athletic training staff in monitoring the injuries of student athletes.
• Assists in the organization and administration of fundraising activities in conjunction with the Director of the Maroon and Gold Athletic Association.
• Assists in the completion of Travel Forms, End of Season Reports, Preseason and In-season Squad Lists and Travel Expense Reports.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 2 years of relevant experience in women's rugby coaching is preferred.
• Collegiate rugby playing experience is preferred.
• Experience in a collegiate environment is preferred.
• Knowledgeable of all NCAA and NIRA rules and regulations.
• Experience in speaking with small and large groups.
• AED, CPR and First Aid certification and NCAA Rules Test is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook).
• Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 50 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus.

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.