Assistant Men's Rugby Coach

Description

Under general direction, is responsible to assist with the management of a competitive USA RUGBY and National Collegiate Rugby athletic program; assists with conditioning, practices, recruiting, travel arrangements, and student managers for the men’s rugby program.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled benefits

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Description

Under general direction, is responsible to assist with the management of a competitive USA RUGBY and National Collegiate Rugby athletic program; assists with conditioning, practices, recruiting, travel arrangements, and student managers for the men’s rugby program.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled benefits
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Abundance of Time off

• 20 Days of Paid Time Off
• 20 Paid Holidays

Tuition Remission

• 100% undergraduate tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependents
• 80% graduate tuition remission for employee (online and ground programs)
• 50% for spouse (ground programs only)

Full Benefit package

• 403b Retirement Plan + 10% Employer contribution after 2 years
• Health Insurance with $250 Wellness card
• Dental Insurance
• Employer Paid Vision and Life insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employer Paid Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Other Perks

• Free access to campus fitness center
• 2 free Division 1 Men’s Basketball Season tickets
• Golf course membership discount
• Other National and Local discounts available

Examples of Duties

• Arranges recruiting functions including off- and on-campus visits, evaluations and contacts, and documents all activities as required per national governing body rules. | 10 | |
• Work with Head Coach in coordination of team academics including study halls | 10 | |
• Engages in all aspects of opponent scouting including breaking down film into manageable clips for student-athletes to view.

| 10 | | - Schedules and supervise individual student-athlete workouts.

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• Ensures that necessary athletic equipment is available and in proper condition for scheduled practices and competition and makes recommendation for repairs or replacement, as necessary. | |
• Promotes the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics programs, to include adhering to all Departmental policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, Rugby East Conference, USA RUGBY and National Collegiate Rugby
• Responsible to monitor the physical, emotional and social welfare of student-athletes and to ensure the establishment of a safe environment while at the University. Assist in monitoring academic achievement of team members by regular communication with all those that support Academics
• Assists in fundraising efforts as assigned.
• Provides support in supervising Graduate Assistant and/or student staff.

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Typical Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred

Years of Experience –

| Prior coaching experience or a minimum of 2 years working in a campus or athletic environment or as a collegiate athlete.
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Certification and/or Licensure
USA Level 200 Certification or willingness to get certified when next opportunity is offered.
CPR, First Aid and AED Certification or willingness to do so.
Valid Drivers License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the University.
• Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to handle highly confidential material, understanding that all University information should only be disclosed to others who have a need to know, for legitimate business or educational reasons. Have the ability to exercise and apply sound judgment and decision making skills as well as the ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality of data.
• Have a solid knowledge of USA RUGBY and National Collegiate Rugby regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes and skill in budget preparation and management. Must possess the ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures and have knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the specified sports program. Remains current on relevant college athletics regulations and guidelines
• Ability to successfully recruit and retain student athletes. Makes public appearances on behalf of the University as well as create substantial support for program through ambitious marketing and community service efforts.
• Excellent writing skills and the demonstrated ability to develop written reports and action plans. Good organizational, oral and recruiting skills are needed.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and have the self-motivation and the ability to stay current with emerging technologies.
• Ability to establish and nurture effective working relationships with associates, colleagues, students and members of the University staff. Maintain professionalism when dealing with all staff and other customers while fostering positive working relationships.

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Working Conditions / Physical requirements

• While performing required job tasks, physically able to remain seated, frequently to continuously.
• Frequent walking, standing, and other physical activities will be required 75% of the time.
• While performing required job tasks, physically able to remain standing for an extended period of time
• Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform typing, operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to indoor/outdoor environment/climate changes.
• Flexibility to work long, irregular hours to include evening, weekend and holiday hours.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license and able to drive a 12-person van long distances.
• Availability for extensive team travel locally and nationally.

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