Varsity Men's Rugby Coach- RMC

Job summary

Lead all aspects of the Royal Military College men's rugby program, including athlete recruitment and selection, training and competition planning, skill development, budgeting, fundraising, administration, and program evaluation. Coordinate equipment, uniforms, and summer camps while ensuring compliance with RMC, CAF, and OUA policies and supporting Safe Sport, equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.

Job details

Position Type Temporary Full time Compensation Range $77,120.00 - $90,780.00 CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events. Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services. As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact. THE ROLE The Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) is a unique national military university that provides the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) with exemplary officers to serve Canada. A member of Ontario University Athletics (OUA) and USPORTS, the Athletic Department is looking for a motivated, energetic and passionate individual to serve as the Head Coach of their Men’s Rugby Program. The Head Coach is responsible for all phases of the planning and implementation of an OUA Rugby program, including, but not limited to: Athlete Identification and Team Selection, Team and Individual Goal Setting, Practice/Competition Scheduling, Technical and Tactical Skill Development, Practice Planning, Budget Management including Fundraising, Day to Day Program Administration, Program Evaluation, Equipment and Uniform Purchase coordination, Summer Camps, all under strict compliance with RMC/CAF/OUA policies. The successful candidate must value diversity of experiences and perspectives and promote a culture of inclusion and will play a significant role in supporting and enhancing the Athletic Department’s Safe Sport, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives. The position requires the successful candidate to work evenings and weekends. Qualifications Needed Education, Certifications and Licenses Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Management, Business, Marketing or a related field NCCP Advanced Coaching Diploma (ACD) or equivalent Experience In coaching the sport of rugby at the collegiate level or higher In sports administration In counselling athletes on academic matters In applying policies, procedures, and regulations In budget administration In personnel administration Language Requirements English essential Reading None Writing None Oral Functional TERM OF EMPLOYMENT Start Date (dd/mm/yyyy) 11/01/2027 End Date(dd/mm/yyyy) 31/12/2028 Other Information The location for this position is: On-Site The address associated with this location is: 11 Navy Way, Kingston, Ontario, Canada Relocation Eligibility: The successful candidate is not eligible for relocation benefits. The successful candidate must live within the area of selection or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Important Note This job advertisement closes at 12:00 AM (midnight) on the indicated closing date, according to the position’s local time zone. The posting is no longer available for applications once that date begins. To be considered, your application must be submitted before the specified deadline. If you experience any technical issues submitting your application, please email careers@cfmws.com before the deadline. WHY JOIN CFMWS? A supportive and collaborative culture that values creativity, integrity and teamwork The opportunity to make a transformative difference in the lives of Canadian Armed Forces members, their families and Veterans Health and Wellbeing benefits (based on eligibility these can include drug, vision and dental coverage, healthcare spending account and access to telemedicine) Work-life balance (including leaves) and retirement planning (based on eligibility this includes access to a Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Opportunities for professional development, learning and career growth National and local discounts and perks Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits. INCLUSION, EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity or assessment, please inform the recruitment team promptly of any accommodation measures that would help ensure you are assessed fairly and equitably. All information relating to accommodation measures will be handled confidentially.

What you’ll do

Lead all aspects of the Royal Military College men's rugby program, including athlete recruitment and selection, training and competition planning, skill development, budgeting, fundraising, administration, and program evaluation. Coordinate equipment, uniforms, and summer camps while ensuring compliance with RMC, CAF, and OUA policies and supporting Safe Sport, equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in physical education, sports management, business, marketing, or a related field and an NCCP Advanced Coaching Diploma or equivalent are required. Candidates need collegiate-level or higher rugby coaching experience, along with experience in sports administration, athlete academic counselling, policy application, budget administration, and personnel administration.

Benefits

• Drug Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Telemedicine
• Paid Leave
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional Development
• Learning And Career Growth
• Discounts And Perks

Listed skills

• Fundraising · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Rugby Coaching
• Athlete Identification
• Team Selection
• Goal Setting
• Practice And Competition Scheduling
• Technical And Tactical Skill Development
• Practice Planning
• Budget Management
• Fundraising
• Program Administration
• Program Evaluation
• Equipment And Uniform Coordination
• Sports Administration
• Athlete Academic Counselling
• Personnel Administration
• Safe Sport And Inclusion

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Education
• Management & Leadership

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