Head Mens and Womens Rugby Coach

Nature of Work Recruits, develops, and provides guidance to student-athletes of the men's and women's rugby teams in a manner which promotes academic, athletic, and social success of student athletes and is consistent with the mission and goals of the Wayne State College and Wayne State College Athletic and Recreation Department. The men's program competes in the College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) Division 1AA Heart of America conference. The women's program competes in the National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) Division 3 Prairie States conference. Examples of Work Performed Provide leadership, supervision, and administration of the men's and women's rugby programs that are consistent with the objectives and mission of the total athletic program at Wayne State College. Organize and facilitate all practices, contest preparations, and off-season training. Support the academic success of the student athletes. Maintain a student-athlete retention rate as established by the department. Administer the rugby programs within the policies of Wayne State College, the Nebraska State College System, and the affiliated national governing associations. Develop and maintain a successful recruiting system while maintaining a high level of visibility within Wayne State College's service region. Coordinate travel, lodging and meal considerations for away contests. Enforce discipline and positive sportsmanship behavior. Evaluate and review the program and to recommend changes and improvements to the Associate Athletic Director. Maintain and inventory all equipment and uniforms. Responsible for fundraising activities for the programs and assist with department wide fundraising opportunities. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree Preferred Qualifications Master's degree and two years of coaching college or club level experience. Previous experience playing collegiate rugby. Knowledge of

NCR & CRAA

rules and regulations. Physical Demands License and Certification Requirements Other Requirements Ability to demonstrate practice drills. Acceptable background, credit, DMV check and driver's license required. Salary Information Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Attractive and comprehensive benefit package. Annual salary range is $55,000- $63,000.

FTE 1.000 FLSA

Exempt Union Status Non-Union Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Detail Information Posting Number PS1668P Desired Start Date Open Date 05/15/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Wayne State College is seeking a Head Men's and Women's Rugby Coach. The men's program competes in the College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) Division 1AA Heart of America conference. The women's program competes in the National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) Division 3 Prairie States conference. General Information Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891.

Our goals are clear:

continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work. EEO Statement The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website. Veteran Statement This position is subject to Veterans Preference.