Assistant Coach, Women's Rugby
Posted Date: Apr 14, 2026
QUALIFICATION
-
Salary Expectation
$60,000-$76,000/yr -
Years of Experience
Not Provided -
Work Type
Full-time
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Assistant Coach, Women's Rugby
Requisition # 2026-21708
Date Posted 4 days ago(4/10/2026 10:15 AM)
Department Athletics-Coaches
Category Athletics
Job Type Full-Time
Overview
The mission of Princeton UniversityDepartment of Athletics is to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Assistant Coach of Women's Rugby is to provide a quality varsity program that will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program.
Responsibilities
Assistant Coach, Women's Rugby
Requisition # 2026-21708
Date Posted 4 days ago(4/10/2026 10:15 AM)
Department Athletics-Coaches
Category Athletics
Job Type Full-Time
Overview
The mission of Princeton UniversityDepartment of Athletics is to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Assistant Coach of Women's Rugby is to provide a quality varsity program that will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program.
Responsibilities
- Team preparation – assist in the preparation necessary to compete at the Division I level.
- Training – assist the head coach with the planning and execution of all practices.
- Scouting Reports – compile scouting reports for every opponent.
- Assist with the the recruitment of top rugby student-athletes of high moral character who demonstrate the desire to excel in academics and athletics. This is including, but not limited to, attending primary evaluation sites to identify talent, travel to contests/tournaments to evaluate prospects, and making home visits to talk to top prospects and parents. All while maintaining compliance with NCAA, NIRA and IVY LEAGUE legislation.
- Administrative Responsibilities – Incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of administrative tasks including but not limited to CARA Forms, recruiting logs, calendars, rosters and other various reports for NCAA, NIRA and Ivy League compliance related issues.
- Work within the framework of the Department of Athletics administration and coaches.
- Communicate effectively with students, faculty, administration, staff and alumni.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience.
- Adhere to Ivy League, NIRA and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Work within the framework of the Department of Athletics administration and coaches.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- First Aid, AED, and CPR certification within four months of hire.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).
- Ability to uphold the commitment to Department of Athletics mission and values of Education Through Athletics.
- Successful background in coaching rugby, preferably at the collegiate level.
- Previous recruiting experience preferred.
- Collegiate competitive experience preferred.
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.
If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.
Standard Weekly Hours
36.25
Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours
Nights and weekends are required.
Eligible for Overtime
No
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Probationary Period
180 days
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)
No
Estimated Appointment End Date
6/30/2027
Comments Related to End Date
Assistant coach contracts are renewed on an annual basis.
Physical Capacity Exam Required
No
Valid Driver’s License Required
Yes
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Salary Range
$60,000 to $76,000
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Princeton University Rugby (W) History
Princeton University past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | – | – |
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