SC Coach-Rugby

Associated Students of San Diego State University Department: Aztec Recreation

Position Title: Sport Club Head Coach: Men’s Rugby

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports, the Head Coach for the Men’s Rugby team will be responsible for the coordination and operations of the Associated Students of San Diego State University 7s and 15s Men’s Rugby program. The primary areas of focus will be practice planning and implementation, game day coaching, individual player and team development; running and controlling team drills in a safe and effective manner; student athlete recruitment and retention, assisting with fundraising, and working in coordination with the league, team officers and A.S. staff to develop the competition and travel schedule. The Head Coach must be available during the fall and spring seasons for practices, weekend home games and travel weekends for away games. This position requires availability for morning, evening, and weekend hours.

The Head Coach is responsible for the enforcement of rules, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Sport Club Handbook as well as all duties associated with coaching a competitive collegiate club program. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to student development and comply with all policies and procedures established by Associated Students/SDSU, the Sport Club Program and sport specific leagues while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU.

Primary Functions

Complies with all job expectations as outlined in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement

Works collaboratively with team officers and sport club administrators to develop and achieve program priorities

Plans and conducts high quality team practices, training sessions and competition coaching

Develops and implements strategies for motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and a team

Oversees the conditioning and training of team members to ensure that student athletes are physically prepared for competition

Ensures assistant coaches are working effectively within program expectations

Ensures individual and program compliance with all policies and procedures of Associated Students/SDSU, Aztec Recreation, USA Rugby and league rules

Ensures safety of all team members, assistant coaches, and equipment is the top priority at all times

Ensures all injuries sustained in practices or competition are reported, and works with athletic trainers and sport club administrators to ensure clear to play protocols are followed

Assists with the coordination of travel arrangements and ensures travel itineraries are developed and communicated with each team member and sport club program administrators

Assists team in achieving recruiting goals

Assists team in achieving fundraising goals

Works with coaches from other programs and sport leagues to coordinate scrimmages and competitions

Assists with the necessary equipment maintenance and repairs

Assists in the outreach to alumni with program updates/communication and fundraising goals

Represents the team in regional or national meetings with other coaches or organizations

Performs other duties as assigned

Customer Service and Collaboration

Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with students, staff, faculty, and visitors to the University.

Represents the team and Associated Students/SDSU in a professional manner at all times

Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all student athletes and staff

Have the ability to exercise and apply sound judgment and decision making skills as well as the ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality of information.

Safety

Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies

Adheres to Associated Students’ Code of Safe Practice

Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/ or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor

Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately

Minimum and Preferred Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

Three (3) to five (5) years rugby coaching experience (required), preferably at a USA Rugby recognized institution.

Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies (required)

Knowledge of Microsoft applications (required) and Fusion (preferred)

License & Certification:

American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED certifications (required)

Valid California Drivers’ License and proof of automobile insurance (required)

Trainings:

Must complete Gender Awareness and Sexual Harassment Prevention training within 30 days of hire

Must complete the California Defensive Driving Course

Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings as directed

Must be capable of maintaining positive working relationships with staff and athletes

Must be able to exercise tact and exhibit sound professional judgment

Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work

Must be able to work well with different work styles

Strong organizational skills required

Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow projects through to completion

Commitment to adhere to all the policies, rules, and regulations of Associated Students/ SDSU, Aztec Recreation and sport leagues

Demonstrated commitment to student success and ability to recruit, train, and evaluate collegiate student athletes

Have a strong coaching background with an emphasis on skill development and leadership

Have a solid knowledge of USA RUGBY regulations and guidelines

Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with student athletes, team officers, coaches, administrators and alumni

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy is expected

This is a part-time position. Flexibility and willingness to work up to 25 hours per week; employee schedules vary according to team needs throughout the academic year.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work conditions may vary depending upon the location of programs; programs may occur indoors and outdoors, therefore requiring exposure to a variety of elements. While working indoors, the environment may involve exposure to various elements including but not limited to: extreme cold, ice, lighting and temperature are adequate, and hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, chemicals, etc.

While working outdoors, the work environment may involve exposure to various elements including but not limited to: sun, heat/cold, wind, rain, weather, dust, pollens and other environmental risks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads up to 25 pounds. Work may require standing and moving for extended periods.

Inside the Organization:

Reports to Assistant Director of Competitive Sports

Interacts with Competitive Sports Coordinator, Competitive Sports Supervisor, Competitive Sport Program Lead, Competitive Sports Office Assistant and Sport Club Site Supervisors

Interfaces with other Aztec Recreation Staff, Sport Club Coaches, and Athletic Training Staff

Outside the Organization:

University Personnel (e.g. athletic trainers, athletic department staff)

Sport Governing Body

Other Universities and Colleges

Professional Organizations

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: This is a part-time hourly position at $17.00 per hour.

A Background Check (including a criminal records check) and Live Scan must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered this position with Associated Students. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current Associated Students employees who apply for the position.

MVR and DMV record review is required for positions that drive university vehicles and/or passengers for program related trips.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit letter of interest, resume, and a list of three coaching references to Your application will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be interviewed. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

UPDATED: 02/19/24