Coach - Rugby - Women's Lead at InsideHigherEd

Job Category:Casual WagePosition Title:Coach - Rugby - Women's LeadFull Time/Part Time:Part TimeDivision:AthleticsDepartment:Recreation SportsHiring Wage/Salary Range:$25.00 / hrDepartment Statement:Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highlyselective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity tobecome familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University,as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking,and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and culturalevents, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for allpositions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a yearthe appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.Campus Recreation supports the development of the whole person and their sense ofbelonging through active programs, services, and facilities that promote wellbeing.The Colgate University Club Sport Program is designed to enhance the studentexperience while participating in a sport of choice. It is not intended to be a path leadingclubs to varsity status under the Colgate Intercollegiate Athletics program.Club Sport Objectives:Provide students, faculty, and staff the opportunity for instruction and participationin a wide variety of sports of which one may develop sound, lifelong leisurevalues.Develop leadership skills by providing opportunities for students to organize,administer, and manage through individual clubs and/or the Club Sport Council.Provide an avenue for camaraderie and to develop a sense of belonging amongindividuals in the shared pursuit of sport.Provide an outlet for advanced participation and competition in a particular sport.Secure funds, facilities and equipment necessary to learn and practice skills of aparticular sport.Accountabilities:Responsible in conjunction with strategic leadership of all activities and outcomes within the women’s component of the rugby program. These will include sustained performanceand execution in the following areas:Support of the philosophy and objectives of the Colgate Rugby program as a wholeSession Planning for the women’s team in line with Colgate’s Coaching and Playing Philosophies, and in conjunction with Director of RugbyDelivery of team, unit and skill specific sessionsDelivery of game day preparation, and game managementVideo review, thematic tagging, and presentation creationResponsible for role modeling positive behaviors and leadership for club-athletes.Creation of a positive, supportive, inclusive environment for all players, administrators and stakeholders.Responsible for recruitment and management of club athletes to ensure club meetssustained performance in the following areas:Attracting and evaluating club-athletes before, during, and end of seasonEnsuring club-athlete academic progress and well-being and where appropriate adapting practice schedules to support their academic endeavorsEnsuring club-athletes adhere to institutional policies and code of conductResponsible for creating a culture of compliance within the programs to all relevantgoverning bodies including:Liberty Rugby ConferenceNY State Collegiate Rugby ConferenceNational Collegiate Rugby (NCR)USA RugbySpecific ConferenceUniversity policiesDepartmental PoliciesEnsures positive relationships and communication between the program and key stakeholders, including alumni, parents, faculty, and other University constituents.=Effectively support the club’s fundraising effortsPrepare and oversee alumni mailing as per divisional and institutional guidelinesThis position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), in accordancewith the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSA’s are required toand responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students andemployees to the campus safety departmentProfessional Experience/ Qualifications:Four (4) years of rugby playing, coaching, or operations experienceUSA Rugby Level 1 Coach (L200)A Current First Aid, CPR, AED Certification is requiredA valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is requiredMust be able to obtain certifications within 60 days of hire datePreferred Qualifications:Four (4) years of rugby playing, coaching, or operations experience at high school, collegiate or professional level, USA Rugby Level 2 Coach (L300) (ability to achieve in 6 months after hire), CSCS or equivalent S&C qualificationEducation:High school diploma or equivalentPhysical Requirements:Must be legally authorized to work for Colgate University in the United States without requiring sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H1B)Other Information:Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, NCR, USA Rugby and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause .Requisition Number:2025CW016PostingTemporary:YesWork Schedule:This position is expected to run from July 1st, 2025 through November 30th, 2025Approximate Out-of-season Hours: July: 16hrs per weekApproximate In-season Hours: August- November: 25-30hrs per weekJob Open Date:05/02/2025Open Until Filled:YesEEO Statement:The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.Clery Act:CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [email protected].