Head Coach of Men’s Rugby

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Position Title: Head Coach of Men’s Rugby
Work Schedule: Full-time; 11-month position; some evening/weekend work and travel are required

Duties include, but are not limited to:
This position involves frequent verbal, written, and email correspondence with students, parents, faculty
and staff. The successful candidate will:

Plan and supervise practices/contests and off-season training and strength conditioning programs

● Develop and implement a successful recruiting/retention plan
● Devise a game strategy which includes scouting opponents
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● Coordinate team travel
● Manage the program operating budget
● Ensure compliance with Adrian College, NCR, and NCAA Division III rules
● Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Position Title: Head Coach of Men’s Rugby
Work Schedule: Full-time; 11-month position; some evening/weekend work and travel are required

Duties include, but are not limited to:
This position involves frequent verbal, written, and email correspondence with students, parents, faculty
and staff. The successful candidate will:

Plan and supervise practices/contests and off-season training and strength conditioning programs

● Develop and implement a successful recruiting/retention plan
● Devise a game strategy which includes scouting opponents
●
● Coordinate team travel
● Manage the program operating budget
● Ensure compliance with Adrian College, NCR, and NCAA Division III rules
● Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

Minimum Requirements:
● Bachelor’s Degree
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● Proficiency in basic computer skills
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1-3 years of coaching OR extensive rugby playing experience

Must also be able to perform duties within the normal bounds of an office environment as well as
sit and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to demonstrate rugby techniques to student
athletes.

Physical Requirements:

• Moderate Lifting: The ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Reaching & Bending: Occasionally needing to reach above head level or bend down.
• Noise Levels: The ability to work in an environment with moderate noise.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Desired Qualifications:
The successful candidate will:

• Be someone who is a self-starter who is able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Understand and comply with all NCAA, NCR, and Adrian College rules and regulations
• Be able to adapt to a changing workday schedule
• Have excellent organization and communication skills
• Be able to work odd hours and weekends

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, job application (AC Application), and
salary requirements to Bill Schindel, at bschindel@adrian.edu.

Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled

Adrian College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. If offered a position, the finalist must
furnish proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. within three (3) days of
commencing employment.

A private, co-educational college of liberal arts and sciences related to the United Methodist Church,
Adrian College is a traditional four-year residential institution offering a focused undergraduate and
graduate education. The College offers a multitude of majors and pre-professional programs including
certifications, approximately 50 athletic teams, and multiple institutes dedicated to a diverse and
personalized approach to education. Adrian College features state-of-the-art facilities, small class sizes
and an innovative approach to the academic and personal growth of its students.

U.S. News & World Report has recognized and ranked Adrian College as a ‘Best Regional College for
Undergraduate Teaching’ and ‘Most Innovative’. Adrian also received accolades as a “Best Value”
school. The College landed on the list of Best Value schools in the Midwest region for multiple years
running and has also been recognized as having ‘A Focus on Student Success’; a new section in college
rankings. Adrian College is located in Southeast Michigan, about 45 minutes from Ann Arbor and
Toledo.

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