Graduate Assistant Coach-Men's Rugby (64875)

Walsh University - North Canton, OH

- Entry Level

North Canton, OH

Educational Services

About the position

Walsh University is a member of NCAA Division II that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. The Graduate Assistant-Men's Assistant Rugby Coach (GA) is responsible for assisting the coaching staff in coaching/mentoring student-athletes technically and tactically on the field, as well as, guiding them through academic achievement and personal development. The graduate assistant coach is also responsible for helping retain student-athletes and the day-to-day practice regimen. The GA Coach reports to Director of Rugby/Head Coach.

Responsibilities

• Assists the head coach to communicate goals, expectations, and accountability to help maintain high standard of performance, ethics, and sportsmanship on the field, in the classroom, and in the community.
• Create a relationship built on the sincere interest in each student-athletes' academic, athletic, and personal pursuits.
• Collaborate with other college staff when/if necessary.
• Assists with the process to plan, organize and facilitate individual and team training and competition.
• Assists in the coordination of travel arrangements.
• Assists in completion and processing of paperwork as requested.
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletic department, attends department meetings and activities as needed, and always represents the University in a positive manner when interacting with the community, alumni, coaches, the media and the general public.
• Educates and mentors student athletes in all aspects of their holistic development; mind, body and spirit.
• Establishing an environment that supports and promotes academic excellence in student-athletes.
• Study and implement strategy and skills needed to prepare for competition.
• Learn, know, and abide by NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
• Lead in a way that positively reflects the mission and vision of the institution.
• Adhere to rules, guidelines and principles set forth by the Rugby East Conference.
• Failure to comply by NCAA II rules will be grounds for discipline and/or termination.
• Assists the head coach and staff to plan, communicate, create, and model the same expectations as the head coach.
• Establish and maintain an alumni relationship.
• Be creative and willing to fundraise to support operating budget.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Must be accepted/enrolled in a Walsh University graduate program and remain in good standing in the program.
• Experience as a high school or college player, coach, or other significant experience relative to the sport of rugby.
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty.
• First Aid, CPR, AED certification required.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Ability to lead under pressure and in difficult situations.