Coordinator, Men's Rugby Ops & Coaching

Summary 

The Coordinator, Operations & Coaching is responsible for supporting the Head Men’s Rugby Coach by coaching Cadet-athletes, recruiting, monitoring Cadet-athletes’ academic progress, scheduling, managing travel, and general Cadet-athletes support and oversight. This position reports to the Head Men’s Rugby Coach. All the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of the United States Military Academy (“USMA”), Army West Point Athletic Association Inc. (“AWPAA”), the Rugby East Conference (“Conference”), and the College Rugby Association of American (“CRAA”). 

 

Scope of Impact 

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are integral to the success of the AWPAA Men’s Rugby program and AWPAA. This position has influence in the recruiting, coaching and development of the Men’s Rugby program. This person represents the Men’s Rugby program at all times in public and is willing to do all duties needed of the program. Decisions made by this position impact the health and safety of Cadet-athletes and public relations for AWPAA and USMA. Failure to comply with CRAA rules could result in NCAA violations, negative publicity and a negative impact on recruiting. Decisions associated with designated responsibilities, will be made in conjunction with the Head Men’s Rugby Coach and the designated Sport Administrator. 

 

Level of Decision Making  

The position acts as an extension of the Head Men’s Rugby Coach and has direct access to the Cadet-athletes. The employee must maintain a high level of professionalism, moral and ethical character, and be a role model. 

 

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Summary 

The Coordinator, Operations & Coaching is responsible for supporting the Head Men’s Rugby Coach by coaching Cadet-athletes, recruiting, monitoring Cadet-athletes’ academic progress, scheduling, managing travel, and general Cadet-athletes support and oversight. This position reports to the Head Men’s Rugby Coach. All the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of the United States Military Academy (“USMA”), Army West Point Athletic Association Inc. (“AWPAA”), the Rugby East Conference (“Conference”), and the College Rugby Association of American (“CRAA”). 

 

Scope of Impact 

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are integral to the success of the AWPAA Men’s Rugby program and AWPAA. This position has influence in the recruiting, coaching and development of the Men’s Rugby program. This person represents the Men’s Rugby program at all times in public and is willing to do all duties needed of the program. Decisions made by this position impact the health and safety of Cadet-athletes and public relations for AWPAA and USMA. Failure to comply with CRAA rules could result in NCAA violations, negative publicity and a negative impact on recruiting. Decisions associated with designated responsibilities, will be made in conjunction with the Head Men’s Rugby Coach and the designated Sport Administrator. 

 

Level of Decision Making  

The position acts as an extension of the Head Men’s Rugby Coach and has direct access to the Cadet-athletes. The employee must maintain a high level of professionalism, moral and ethical character, and be a role model. 

 

Success Factors 

Success in this position will be evaluated by the Supervisor on the employee’s performance in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: Commitment to AWPAA Mission, Vision and Values; and supporting the AWPAA Strategic Plan and Priority Results. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

35% Team Operations 

• Support the planning and execution of all daily and weekly team logistics.
• Assist with equipment coordination, facility readiness, and inventory oversight.
• Coordinate travel logistics and contribute to professional game day operations.
• Serve as a liaison for internal communications and external relationships.
• Help plan and deliver events such as recruit visits, camps, and team functions.

25% Coaching & Player Development 

• Assist in the design and execution of training sessions.
• Support leadership development of cadet athletes.
• Facilitate individual skill work, film review, and feedback integration.
• Maintain tempo, structure, and professionalism during all training blocks.

20% Scouting & Analysis 

• Lead the creation of opponent scouting reports and weekly video previews.
• Conduct film analysis and build educational film reviews aligned with tactical priorities.
• Present research insights to coaching staff and contribute to strategy sessions.

15% Recruiting Support 

• Help develop recruiting materials and outreach content.
• Maintain a recruit database and assist with communication.
• Coordinate and host on-campus recruit visits.

5% Other Duties as Assigned. 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

N/A 

 

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements 

This position must be able to handle the physical demands of training sessions, recruiting events, and competition.  

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with cadets to enhance their sport performance. Must be able to exchange accurate information with these cadets.
• Must be able to detect performance issues from long distances.
• Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus for various events.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions.

 

Travel  

This position must be able to travel as needed to recruit the best possible candidates to be Cadet-athletes to USMA. 

 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or 3 years’ relevant experience
• Ability to collaborate with coaching staff and in support the vision of Head Coach.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with coaches, administrators, Cadet-athletes, prospective Cadet-athletes, parents, etc.
• Takes initiative, hardworking, ability/willingness to figure out solutions to problems independently, creative.
• Extremely organized, detail oriented, self-starter and intrinsically motivated.
• Strong management and leadership skills; Proven ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.

 

Additional Eligibility Requirements 

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

 

Pay 

$40,096.75 

September 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026 

 

About Us 

USMA is renowned as the world’s preeminent leadership development institution. Located on the banks of the Hudson River in West Point, NY, it is approximately one hour from New York City. The mission of USMA is "to build, educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets to be commissioned leaders of character committed to the Army Values and ready for a lifetime of service to the Army and Nation." This position will be housed within the AWPAA, which is a non-profit corporation organized to manage and support the 30 intercollegiate athletic programs at the Academy. The AWPAA mission is to recruit, educate, train and inspire leaders of character who are committed to the Army Values through an extraordinary NCAA Division I athletic experience. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

AWPAA is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law. 

Applicant qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law.  

 

Disclaimer Statement 

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

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