Part Time Men's Ice Hockey Coach (Club Sport)

Job Summary

Roles & Responsibilities of Coach

• Adhere to the policies and guidelines set forth by the University, the Office of Student Activities and the Athletic Department.


• Establish conditioning and training programs to physically and mentally prepare the participants for competition. Provide a schedule (practices/games) and information on any tournament competition in advance to the Athletic Director and Assistant Director of Student Activities.


• Attend all practices and contests except under prior arrangement.


• Be attentive to student needs, concerns and potential problems.


• Employ a sense of fair play encouraging the development of skills and recognizing the importance of active student participation.


• Develop and employ safety standards; inspect equipment and facilities for potential safety problems prior to use.


• Recognize, along with participants, potential health or injury problems and counsel as necessary.


• Promote participant responsibility in the display of proper conduct, and promotion of good sportsmanship, both on and off the field.


• Ensure compliance with any conference, league or union rules governing eligibility, competition, and financial obligations.


• At all times, display the proper image befitting that of a coach and/or instructor and representative of Eastern and the Department.

Coach Administrative Policies

• Assist the Club officers with their assigned responsibilities and review and maintain team roster.


• Assure that all Club financial obligations are met (league membership, officials' fees, etc.)


• Maintain complete inventory records of all Club equipment and uniforms.


• Keep records of all transactions involving Club accounts and Club budgets and provide accountability on use of all funds.


• At the end of each fiscal year in cooperation with club officers, submit an accurate itemized budget to the appropriate SGA Committee for the following year, and be prepared to defend the budget.


• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2 – 5 years of hockey coaching experience.


• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills, experience with Microsoft Office.


• CPR/AED and First Aid certified


• Knowledge of USA Hockey safety rules and regulations, as well as NECHA and ACHA policies and procedures.


• Bachelor’s degree


• Knowledge of all aspects of program management including budgeting, recruiting, scheduling, staff supervision, travel planning.


• Experience coaching at the collegiate level

Requirements:

• Moderate amount of experience with athletic coaching, collegiate playing or other related experience


• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a university-owned or rented van.


• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays


• Must maintain First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification


• Must maintain USA Hockey certification