Assistant Rugby Coach Girls - Part Time

Assistant Coach – Rugby (Part-Time)
Seasonal Employee/Coach Professional
Bishop O’Dowd High School, Oakland, CA, US
 Compensation: $19 per hour; Minimum compensation guarantee for coaching the entire 2025 - 2026 School Year Girl's Rugby Season - $3,000 gross
 Season Dates: Beginning of January 2026 – Mid-April 2026

Bishop O’Dowd Mission/Charism

Mission: Bishop O’Dowd High School is a Catholic college-preparatory community, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, that educates its diverse student body to build a more just, joyful, and sustainable world.

Charism:
 Finding God In All Things Calls Us to:

Community in Diversity
Strength of Character
Academic Excellence
Kinship With Creation
Social Justice
Joy

Assistant Coach - Rugby (Part-Time) Position Summary

The Assistant Coach – Rugby supports all aspects of the Bishop O’Dowd High School Rugby program to ensure the highest quality of spiritual, social, physical, and intellectual growth for every student-athlete. While serving as an assistant coach, this position will have lead coaching responsibilities on the field, including running practices, directing game play, and guiding player development in alignment with the school’s mission and values.

Assistant Coach - Rugby (Part-Time) Reporting Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Varsity Rugby Head Coach.
  
  

• Hired, supervised, and evaluated by the Director of Athletics in consultation with the Principal.

Assistant Coach - Rugby (Part-Time) Major Responsibilities

• Uphold and model a spiritual and moral code consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and Bishop O’Dowd High School’s charism.
  
  

• Integrate the school’s mission and Catholic identity into the coaching-learning process of the Rugby program.
  
  

• Serve as an on-field lead coach, responsible for directing practices, match strategy, and in-game decision-making when assigned.
  
  

• Implement current coaching methods to maximize player development in rugby-specific skills, conditioning, and game tactics.
  
  

• Attend and contribute to coaching staff meetings.
  
  

• Assist in developing the master practice and match schedule in consultation with the Director of Athletics.
  
  

• Represent the program at league preseason and postseason rugby meetings when the Head Coach is unavailable.
  
  

• Regularly attend athletic department events and meetings as required.
  
  

• Ensure compliance with Bishop O’Dowd, league, section, and state athletic policies and bylaws.
  
  

• Support student-athletes in the college recruitment process when applicable.
  
  

• Oversee the distribution, collection, and care of program equipment, uniforms, and related gear.
  
  

• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all student-athletes.
  
  

• Demonstrate cultural competence in working with students and colleagues of diverse backgrounds, races, genders, and ethnicities.

Additional Duties

• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes and parents.
  
  

• Teach rugby fundamentals, techniques, and strategies appropriate to players’ skill levels.
  
  

• Condition athletes for endurance, strength, and agility required for rugby competition.
  
  

• Prioritize sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and respect in all activities.
  
  

• Maintain a safe and organized practice and game environment.
  
  

• Assist with equipment management and facility preparation.
  
  

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Rugby playing experience and/or deep knowledge of the sport required.
  
  

• Previous coaching experience at the high school or college level is preferred.
  
  

• First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
  
  

• USA Rugby coaching certification or willingness to obtain.
  
  

• Availability for after-school hours, weekends, and some off-season meetings and duties.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, run, and demonstrate rugby techniques for extended periods.
  
  

• Frequent reaching, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Work Environment

• Outdoor field environment with varying weather conditions.
  
  

• Occasional travel for matches and tournaments.
  
  

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. In a combined word or pdf document, please submit your cover letter describing your coaching philosophy and vision for developing a successful rugby program that aligns with Bishop O’Dowd’s mission and charism, resume, references, and salary requirements. All applications must be submitted through our online recruitment portal. 

Pre-employment background screening is required for all positions. For more information on Bishop O’Dowd High School, please see our website at:.

Bishop O’Dowd High School is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment policies and procedures. It follows the Diocese of Oakland's policies prohibiting illegal harassment, retaliation, or discrimination. However, as a Roman Catholic high school with a stated mission, goals, and objectives that clearly reflect the teachings and educational philosophy of the Diocese of Oakland, Bishop O’Dowd High School reserves the right to require all current and prospective employees to commit to carrying out their duties and responsibilities in a manner that clearly and unconditionally demonstrates support of and respect for the school’s mission and Catholic identity. Persons who in good conscience are unable to agree to this commitment should not seek or accept employment at Bishop O’Dowd High School. As a faith-based institution, we reserve the right to use religion as a criterion in hiring decisions, as permitted by law, as it relates to performing essential job duties.