Men's Rugby Backs Club Coach
Fairfield University•Fairfield, CT
•Onsite
About The Position
Serve as a key member of the Men’s Rugby coaching staff, responsible for the tactical, technical, and decision-making skills of our team’s backline players. This is a part-time position and is renewable on a per semester basis.
Requirements
- Previous coaching and/or playing experience.
- Knowledge of sport-specific strategies, techniques, and safety standards.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and external organizations.
Nice To Haves
- CPR/First Aid certification.
Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct effective practice sessions focused on skill development, strategy, and teamwork
- Provide constructive feedback and technical instruction to enhance player performance
- Support a balance between competitive success and educational value
- Encourage a positive and inclusive environment that aligns with university values
- Attend and supervise games and practices, including evenings and weekends
- If unable to attend a scheduled practice, game, or event, promptly notify the Director of Rugby to ensure appropriate coverage and communication.
- Weekly meetings and strategy sessions with the Director of Rugby
- Always prioritize participant safety, enforcing proper use of equipment, adherence to safety protocols, and monitor environmental (field/court/playing surfaces) conditions
- Report all injuries, incidents, and concerns to the Director of Rugby promptly
- Ensure proper warm-up/stretching for student-athletes prior to practice or competition
- Communicate regularly with the Director of Rugby on topics including, but are not limited to: Skill development, tactical planning, positional coaching, match analysis, practice planning, and player experience/feedback.
- Always represent the team and university with professionalism and integrity
- Collaborate with coaches and team leaders to establish goals, organize practices, games, and travel
- Assist with game preparation, competition strategy, and post-game evaluations
- Ensure proper supervision and conduct of team members during all club-related activities
- Uphold and enforce all university, club sport, league, and governing body rules and policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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