Assistant Men's Rugby Coach

Colby College•Colby, KS

About The Position

The Assistant Men’s Rugby Coach aids the Men’s Rugby head coach and prepares the rugby club for competition by teaching game rules and strategies. The role contributes to game-plan development, player skill improvement, and athlete safety. It manages team practices, strength and conditioning, travel, lodging, matches, and other assigned duties. This is a part-time appointment without benefits. The hiring rate is $21.86 per hour. Applicants should not apply unless instructed to do so by a member of Colby College.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Ability to travel with teams.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Professional conduct and appropriate handling of confidential information.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Reliability, responsibility, and dependability in fulfilling the obligations of the position.
Knowledge of rugby rules and strategies.
Strong leadership skills.
Ability to motivate and inspire players.
Ability to communicate clearly with players.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to make decisions based on experience and judgment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree strongly preferred.
Three to five years of previous experience preferred.
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan practices and training sessions to improve player skills.
Communicate and collaborate with student athletes, staff, and faculty in the recreation and athletic department.
Develop strategies to help the team compete competitively.
Manage and lead the rugby team during practices and matches.
Evaluate players’ abilities and weaknesses and identify areas for improvement.
Provide feedback and analyze club athletes’ performance after practices and matches.
Mentor, counsel, and advise student athletes.
Oversee and ensure fitness training for club athletes.
Coordinate and implement injury-prevention programs through awareness, education, and prevention strategies.
Ensure the safety and well-being of student athletes.
Stay informed about current trends in the profession.
Comply with USA Rugby, NESCAC, NCAA, and Colby College guidelines.
Help organize annual pre-participation exams for rugby student athletes.
Work with the Peak Performance team—including strength and conditioning, mental performance, nutrition, sport science, and director staff—to optimize athlete care and development.
Maintain a clean and safe treatment environment.
Implement practices and daily operations in accordance with USA Rugby, NESCAC, and NCAA rules, compliance requirements, and laws.
Serve as an effective role model for college-age students.
Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change without notice.