Head Coach, Men's Ice Hockey

Job Summary

Position Purpose

To lead, coach, develop and administer all aspects of the men's ice hockey program within NCAA, Ivy League, ECAC and institutional standards.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of technical and strategic aspects of the game of ice hockey.
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• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse community.
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• Ability to teach, lead, motivate and guide student-athletes.
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• Ability to recruit effectively with no athletic grants-in-aid and highly selective admissions standards.
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• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
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• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
• A minimum of 6 years experience coaching ice hockey or the equivalent.

SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position

FLSA
Exempt

Employment Category
Regular Full Time

Department Contact for Cover Letter
Richard Whitmore, Senior Associate Athletic Director


Key Accountabilities

Coaching/Mentoring (60%)

• Plan, organize and conduct individual and team practices, training and competitions.
• Teach and implement skills and strategies.
• Set and communicate appropriate goals and expectations for individuals and team.
• Maintain team discipline and the highest standards of ethics and sportsmanship.
• Meet competitive goals for program.
• Demonstrate a sincere interest in the academic, personal, and physical welfare of each student-athlete; counsel team members and consult with appropriate College staff as necessary for resolution of issues.
• Contribute positively to the goals of the College and educational experience of student-athletes.

Recruiting (25%)

• Work closely with department administrators to coordinate recruitment activity.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with admissions representatives.
• Develop and implement an overall recruiting plan, including, but not limited to:
  
  a) identifying qualified student and talented athletes;
  
  b) building and maintaining prospect database;
  
  c) communicating with prospects by phone, mail, e-mail and social media;
  
  d) traveling to evaluate prospects, meet parents and high school coaches, and
  
  e) organizing campus visits;
• Maintain knowledge of the College's programs and opportunities to effectively inform prospects.
• Contribute to the recruitment goals of the College.