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Head Rugby Coach
Archbishop Moeller High School
Cincinnati, Ohio
Lead a Championship Program. Form Remarkable Men.
Archbishop Moeller High School seeks an energetic, mission-driven leader to serve as the Head Rugby Coach. This position offers the opportunity to build upon a proud rugby tradition while developing student-athletes into leaders of character both on and off the field.
As a member of the Moeller Athletic Department, the Head Rugby Coach will embrace the school's mission of forming young men in mind, body, and spirit while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Head Rugby Coach is responsible for leading and developing a comprehensive rugby program that promotes excellence in athletics, character, academics, and sportsmanship. The coach will foster a positive and competitive environment that supports student-athlete growth while serving as a visible ambassador for the school and its mission. The Head Rugby Coach reports directly to the Athletic Director and is a seasonal stipend position.
Essential Responsibilities
• Develop and oversee all aspects of the rugby program, including varsity and sub-varsity levels.
• Create a culture that emphasizes discipline, accountability, teamwork, leadership, and respect.
• Plan and conduct practices that develop rugby skills, fitness, player safety, and game strategy.
• Recruit and retain student-athletes while promoting the growth of the rugby program within the school community.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches and volunteer staff.
• Coordinate team scheduling, travel arrangements, equipment management, and game-day operations.
• Communicate effectively and regularly with student-athletes, parents, school administration, and the athletic department.
• Manage the program budget and assist with fundraising initiatives as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all school policies, league regulations, governing body requirements, and player safety protocols.
• Model and promote sportsmanship, character development, and respect for officials, opponents, and teammates.
• Support the academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
• Organize preseason meetings, team activities, community engagement opportunities, and end-of-season recognition programs.
Qualifications
• College degree preferred; degree in education, sports management, exercise science, leadership, or a related field is a plus.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful coaching experience at the high school, club, collegiate, or equivalent level required.
• Prior head coaching experience preferred.
• Previous rugby playing experience at the club, collegiate, or professional level strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop student-athletes in the areas of skill development, leadership, discipline, teamwork, and character formation.
• Proven experience in planning and administering practices, competitions, travel, budgeting, and program operations.
• Strong knowledge of rugby rules, player safety standards, and contemporary coaching methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, retaining, and developing student-athletes.
• Prior rugby coaching and/or playing experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to teach rugby fundamentals, tactics, and player development.
• Experience coaching high school-aged athletes preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and mentor young people in a positive and constructive manner.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, safe, and mission-driven team culture.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Must satisfy all background check, safe parish, and coaching credential requirements.
Desired Characteristics
• Integrity and professionalism.
• Passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the field.
• Strong relationship-building skills with students, parents, alumni, and supporters.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and lifelong learning as a coach and mentor.
Physical Requirements
The position requires the ability to demonstrate rugby techniques, supervise practices and competitions outdoors, travel with teams, and work evenings and weekends during the rugby season.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The school is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and seeks candidates who will contribute positively to the educational and athletic experience of all students.
To apply visit the Moeller website at www.moeller.org and enter the employment portal. Please include your resume and cover letter.