Head Women's Rugby Coach

Warren Wilson College welcomes applications for the new Head Women’s Rugby Coach position. We are seeking an enthusiastic, driven individual with the right aptitude and experience to recruit student-athletes and build a new women’s rugby program. The primary responsibilities for this position include the implementation of the new rugby program, and its' oversight and operation, including all aspects of coaching, recruiting, budgeting, scheduling, and managing the program within the policies and philosophy of Warren Wilson College. This program is intended to begin with competition in the Fall of 2023. This exempt position is a full-time, benefit eligible role. The individual in this role is required to travel and work frequently during evenings and weekends.

Interested individuals should read further to learn more about the qualifications and job responsibilities for this position. Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter, which includes experience working with a diverse range of identities and experiences including, but not limited to, previous DEI training or initiatives.

First consideration will be given to candidates who apply by 11:59 pm EST on Sunday, February 19, 2023. All applications must be received electronically. Please be aware no relocation assistance is available for this position.

Our mission:

Warren Wilson College’s distinctive approach to education intentionally integrates academics, work, and community engagement to cultivate curiosity, empathy, and integrity. We empower graduates to pursue meaningful careers and lead purposeful lives dedicated to a just, equitable, and sustainable world.

To fulfill this mission, the College, through its Strategic Imperative for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is unwavering in our commitment to the dignity of all people—particularly those populations who have been both historically oppressed and continue to experience systemic oppression. As we value the breadth of diversity necessary for a rich campus culture, we also recognize the particular challenge and opportunity for growth and leadership around race, noting that such a focus necessarily intersects with deepening efforts around other aspects of identity (such as ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, sexuality, class, and worldview). We are committed to a culture of educational access and to ensuring that students and employees from a diverse range of identities and experiences will thrive in this community. We seek and support a culturally diverse faculty and staff with a genuine interest in our innovative approach to education and focus on inclusive excellence, as well as a willingness to fully participate in the life of the College. We welcome applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups (e.g., people of African, Latiné, Indigenous, and/or Asian descent) and individuals who have experience working with diverse student populations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of coaching or related athletic experience, OR at least two years participating at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of collegiate rugby.
• Evidence of team-building skills focusing on communication and positive interactions.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from a diverse range of identities and experiences.
• Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use or ability to obtain certifications upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a related field.
• Three to five years of coaching or related athletic experience, including program development and collegiate coaching.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and coach student-athletes.

Key Responsibilities

Coaching

• Demonstrate a commitment to the College’s mission and the mission of the athletic department.
• Plans and implements a systematic recruiting program under the direction of the Athletic Director and Vice President of Enrollment to accomplish recruiting goals. Must recruit a full team for varsity competition in the 2023/2024 academic year.
• Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes who are capable of academic, athletic, and social success in a competitive academic, athletic, and work environment. This may occur through visits, scouting, social media, phone calls, correspondence, camps, clinics, and other strategies to meet established roster goals.
• Schedule intercollegiate contests. Considerations include any Warren Wilson community event, travel time, competition between like opponents, and realistic demands placed on student-athletes.
• Build and promote a team culture conducive to academic and athletic excellence.
• Create a high standard of athletic training, leadership, preparation, competition, exercise, and skill development for all student-athletes.
• Ensures compliance with all association, conference, and college rules by athletes and supporting staff.
• Hire and supervise a part-time assistant coach, as approved.
• Attend department meetings, and home and away athletic events as required.
• Assist with game management and building operations as needed.

Program and Budget Management

• Organize and maintain all travel operations including scheduling, budgeting, driving and proper management of student-athletes.
• Utilize recruiting software and maintain a database.
• Oversee and manage the team budget while being fiscally responsible.
• Manage preparation for gymnasium as needed.
• Reconciles credit card statements and collects and submits all departmental check requests to the office of administration and finance.
• Maintain and inventory all rugby college assets.
• Maintain appropriate office hours and files.

Communications and Collaboration

• Work effectively with student-athletes, staff, faculty, and administrators through good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Represent the college in an appropriate and professional manner at all times.
• Assists in building relations with the WWC alumni.
• Maintain a professional appearance when representing the college.
• Establish a working and coaching presence in the athletic offices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Warren Wilson College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.