Accountabilities: Responsible in conjunction with strategic leadership of all activities and outcomes within the men's and women's club rugby programs. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas:
Competition Preparation Scheduling of all games within Fall & Spring seasons Coordinate travel logistics (housing, transportation, etc.) and home game arrangements Appropriately teach safe rugby techniques and skills Responsible for budget development and management Oversee inventory of club uniforms and equipment Maintain Men's and Women's Rugby webpages Continue promoting an inclusive community for all players, administrators, and stakeholders Responsible for recruitment and management of club athletes to ensure club meets sustained performance in the following areas:
Attracting and evaluating club-athletes before, during, and end of season Ensuring club-athlete academic progress and well-being Ensuring club-athletes adhere to institutional policies and code of conduct Responsible for creating a culture of compliance within the programs to all relevant governing bodies including:
Liberty Rugby Conference NY State Collegiate Rugby Conference National Collegiate Rugby ( NCR ) USA Rugby Specific Conference University policies Departmental Policies Ensures positive relationships and communication between the program and key stakeholders, including alumni, parents, faculty, and other University constituents.
Effectively support club's fundraising efforts.
Prepare and oversee alumni mailing as per divisional and institutional guidelines.
Responsible for role modeling positive behaviors and leadership for club-athletes.
This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority ( CSA ), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSA's are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the campus safety department. Professional Experience/Qualifications: Four (4) years of rugby playing, coaching, or operations experience, Qualifications USA Rugby Level 1 Coach (L200).
A Current First Aid, CPR , AED Certification is required.
A valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required – Must be able to obtain certifications within 60 days of hire date.
Preferred Qualifications: Four (4) years of rugby playing, coaching, or operations experience, USA Rugby Level 2 Coach (L300) (ability to achieve in 6 months after hire)
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
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 .
EEO Statement: It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
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