February 3, 2025
Job Posting: UPEI Women’s Rugby Head Coach

Official Job Posting: https://www.upei.ca/hr/competition/15e25
The University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for the position of Women’s Rugby Head Coach.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the hired candidate will be responsible for building a successful and competitive women’s rugby program that is student-centered and focused on high-performance goals.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Recruiting, training, and developing high-performance student-athletes
- Coaching, administering, managing, and promoting the women’s rugby program and Panther Athletics
- Managing in-season and out-of-season training programs (mental & physical conditioning)
- Organizing and conducting practices and preparing the team for competition
- Arranging a competitive exhibition schedule
- Creating a positive atmosphere and support system for student learning and development
- Supporting and developing fundraising programs
- Complying with and adhering to current AUS and U SPORTS regulations, as well as University and Varsity Athletics policies
- Engaging in the promotion and development of rugby within the community (camps, clinics, etc.)
- Working collaboratively with cross-functional partners:
- Business Manager to develop and balance program budgets
- Varsity Sport Coordinator to plan varsity events (scheduling, transportation, etc.)
- Working flexible hours (evenings and weekends)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post-secondary degree
- A minimum of three years of rugby coaching experience at an elite (high school, provincial, college, university) level
- Competition Introduction/World Rugby L2 Certified or a detailed plan to be certified by August 15, 2025
- Coaching Certification NCCP Competition Development is an asset
- Outstanding leadership qualities, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and team supporters
- The ability to recruit top prospect student athletes (strong students, citizens, and athletes) who will be strong representatives for our university
Official Job Posting: https://www.upei.ca/hr/competition/15e25