Head Coach, Women's Rugby

At Wheeling University, you’ll find more than just a workplace — you’ll join a mission-driven community that lives by values of leadership, service, faith, integrity, and excellence. As an employee, you’ll be part of a university that is committed to integrating learning, research, and outreach within its Catholic tradition, seeking to develop not only competent professionals, but also socially responsible citizens. Wheeling promotes close student-faculty connections and encourages all members to grow both intellectually and ethically, to serve with compassion among diverse communities, and to lead by example. In such an environment, your work will matter — your contributions help sustain a culture where academic rigor, moral purpose, and service to others are not just ideals, but daily practice.

The Head Coach for Women's Rugby will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Women's Rugby program at Wheeling University. This position requires a dynamic individual who can develop and execute a competitive vision for the program, recruit high-quality student-athletes, and foster an environment that values academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive coaching plan that includes strategies for competitive success, player development, and team building.
• Recruit, train, and mentor student-athletes, ensuring their academic and athletic success.
• Manage the Women's Rugby program budget, including equipment purchases, travel planning, and scholarship distribution.
• Ensure compliance with all university, conference, and national governing body rules and regulations.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes leadership, accountability, and respect among student-athletes.
• Monitor and support the academic progress of team members, emphasizing the importance of academic achievement and personal development.
• Organize and participate in community service and fundraising activities to support the program and its mission.
• Collaborate with university departments, alumni, and external partners to enhance the visibility and support for Wheeling University Women's Rugby.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletics Director.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Significant coaching experience in rugby, with a track record of competitive success, preferably at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and develop student-athletes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
• Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all relevant rules and regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

EEO Statement:

Wheeling University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all faculty, staff, and students. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value the unique contributions that individuals bring to our campus and believe that diversity of perspectives enriches our academic and work environment.