Assistant Coach, Mens Rugby

Aquinas College, a member of the NAIA, is seeking a part-time assistant men’s rugby coach who will be responsible for aiding and supporting the Head Men’s Rugby Coach. The ideal candidate will uphold and promote the mission of Aquinas College while assisting in building a competitive and academically successful men’s rugby program rooted in integrity, leadership, and excellence. **Key Responsibilities** ● Assist the Head Men’s Rugby Coach in all aspects of the men’s rugby program, including coaching, recruitment, player development, game preparation, and in-game strategy. ● Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in meeting the required roster numbers by recruiting and retaining student-athletes who align with the values and academic standards of Aquinas College. ● Foster a positive team culture within both the varsity and reserve team that emphasizes personal development, academic achievement, sportsmanship, and service. ● Assist with the coordination of scheduling of practices, games, and team travel in compliance with college and conference guidelines. ● Ensure compliance within the conference and institutional rules and regulations. ● Other duties as assigned by Head Coach--- **Qualifications** ● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. ● Proven experience coaching men’s rugby at the collegiate level or equivalent high-level experience. ● Demonstrated success in recruiting, leadership, and program development. ● Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. ● Ability to work evenings, weekends and travel as needed. ● Commitment to the mission and values of Aquinas College. Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College is recognized as the exceptional Catholic liberal arts college that prepares individuals for careers of leadership and service in developing a sustainable and just global community. Aquinas College is recognized by its values: Faith, Service, Learning and Community. Aquinas College prides itself as a leader in sustainability, and this requires the participation of every member of the college community. In this regard, employees and their supervisors are expected to engage in the process of “appreciative inquiry” to identify ways that each position can advance sustainability in the employment experience. In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the Aquinas College Service Statement: The College serves our community with excellence and respect through an institutional commitment to quality, accountability, cooperation, professionalism and responsiveness. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.