Assistant Coach, Rugby

The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach in managing, executing, and leading all administrative and athletic functions of a competitive collegiate sports program. This role is responsible for setting and maintaining team rules and expectations, coaching and developing student-athletes, and driving recruiting efforts from initial outreach through campus visits. Additionally, the Assistant Head Coach coordinates team travel logistics, conducts film analysis and opponent scouting, and manages program-specific content creation to enhance alumni engagement and promote both the team and Denison University.

Department/Division Overview:

At Denison University, athletic success and academic rigor go hand in hand. As a proud member of the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC), Big Red boasts a storied history of competitive excellence, including 12 national championships and a record 22 NCAC All-Sports Trophies, not to mention our three (you read that correctly!) NCAA Division III national championships in 2026. Backed by premier, nationally-ranked facilities, our athletics program is dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders. We look for passionate, mentorship-driven professionals who want to help our student-athletes train hard, win at the highest level, and embrace a truly transformative collegiate experience. 

Responsibilities:

• Assists Head Coach with practice and game planning. 

• Develops training sessions for Denison athletes and provides athletes with feedback and direction. 

• Develops strategy for future opponents and analyzes film and creates scouting reports. 

• Recruits prospective student-athletes, communicates via email, phone, and in-person at recruiting events.  

• Arranges travel plans and itineraries for the team including making hotel reservations, meals, equipment, and practice schedule. . 

• Updates and maintains social media content. Posts stories and videos to ensure a strong interactive presence for the sport.

• Monitors student-athletes’ academic progress

• Reinforces team and University rules and expectations. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree

Driver’s License required

Pay: $15/hr