Head Men's Rugby Coach

Date: April 7, 2026

Position Available: Head Men’s Rugby Coach

Position Reports to: Director of Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: Athletics

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: Part-Time - Variable hours; outside work; travel for recruitment of student-athletes and contest participation

Please apply online:  Apply Here

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Rugby Coach is responsible for the administration, development, and advancement of a competitive National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) Division III rugby program in alignment with the mission of the Franciscan University Athletic Department:  forming disciples, developing leaders, and pursuing excellence. This role requires a strong commitment to the recruitment and formation of student-athletes who demonstrate both athletic ability and dedication to personal, academic, and spiritual growth.

The Head Coach provides comprehensive oversight of all aspects of the program, including but not limited to recruiting, player development, practice planning, game strategy, and day-to-day program administration. In addition, the Coach fosters the holistic development of student-athletes within a Christ-centered environment, supporting their formation as individuals of character, integrity, and faith.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Game Day Strategy / In Game Adjustments
2. Plan and execute challenging practice and training programs including team and specific position’/individual athlete instruction.
3. Promote the spiritual development of each student-athlete and a team culture and ensure the Catholic faith and Christian moral principles are integrated into the daily activities and program.
4. Promote the academic development of each student-athlete and a team culture of academic excellence.
5. Comply with all relevant NCR conference rules and regulations along with USA Rugby regulation, in order to communicate with prospective student-athletes in accordance with regulations and to coordinate visits with the admissions office.
6. Coordinate with Athletic staff and other University departments on logistical issues such as contest scheduling, team travel, field-venue scheduling/maintenance and gameday preparation.

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Additional duties, expectations and responsibilities may be added or assigned by the Athletic Director and/or direct supervisor; or changed as needed to meet the University's needs.

REQUIREMENTS

Must understand, support and embrace the mission of Franciscan University of Steubenville and possess the following:

Technical Skills

• Implement effective daily practice plan and competition strategy.

Non-Technical Skills & Competencies

• Technical/Functional Skills: Actively seeks ways to practice and continually improve the required skills or knowledge to maintain the level of success playing in the highest division in D3 Rugby.
• Developing Self: Continually assesses one’s skills and identifies areas that can be further improved.
• Decision Quality: Effectively blends analysis, experience, and intuition in the decision-making process.
• Verbal Communication: Excellent communicator.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required

Certifications & Licenses

• CPR/First Aid

Workplace Factors

• Understanding of basic set up and tear down of relevant equipment.
• Tracking of equipment/inventory.
• Work with the Transportation Coordinator to coordinate travel and capability/willingness to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Ability to function within a defined chain of command.

Candidates must submit an online application, a resume and a cover letter that demonstrates their fit for the position based on their experience, accomplishments, and skills as well as their desire to advance the mission of Franciscan University.

Please apply online:  Apply Here

For other information and job postings, visit our website at https://www.franciscan.edu

Franciscan University of Steubenville is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.