The Women’s Asst. Rugby Coach is responsible for the recruitment, selection and operation of the team in conjunction with the Head Coach and Captains for the fall and spring seasons. The Asst. Coach is required to schedule and be present during all practices and matches (as determined by the Head Coach), ensuring all safety standards as defined by National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) and Bentley University are met in full. It is strongly preferred, but not required, that the candidate has experience playing within or coaching the forwards.

Essential Duties:

1. Make appropriate decisions regarding the safety and playing ability of team members.
2. Attend all practices and matches in accordance with Head Coach, Bentley, NCR guidelines and standards.
3. Act in the capacity of the Head Coach when necessary.
4. Represent Bentley University in a manner that is consistent with the mission of the University.
5. Along with the Head Coach, ensure that all team members are in good academic standing, have filed the appropriate paperwork (Health statement, Liability and Indemnity Waiver, Anti-Hazing Form).
6. Be available to team members to counsel on matters relating to Women’s Rugby and team morale.
7. Meet as needed with the Head Rugby Coach.

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma, Bachelor's degree preferred.
2. 1-3 years prior coaching or playing experience with a competitive rugby team.
3. Preferred: forwards positional coaching or playing experience.
4. Demonstrated leadership and coaching abilities with a commitment to developing and maintaining a positive and productive playing environment.
5. Proven ability to work effectively with diverse groups. Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical and decision-making skills.
6. Possess certification as a coach, preferably by USA Rugby.
7. Must be First Responder certified as determined by the American Red Cross.
8. First Aid/CPR certification.