Head Scout and Development Coach

The  position focuses on the on-ice skill development and skill trait and talent identification of youth, Junior and College level players.  Additionally, this position will assist in the delivery of our strategic objectives, establish relationships with coaches and organizations around the world, participate in the education of players, parents and coaches, optimize results by filtering players to our program and achieve a high level of client satisfaction.  

 

·        In person viewing and evaluation of pertinent birth years that are discussed and agreed upon

·        Attendance of 7-10 out of footprint hockey events with purpose of in person viewing of players from pertinent birth years 

·        Schedule 8-10 in footprint viewings of pertinent birth year players/teams 

·        Build, manage and coordinate scouting process outlining player identities, transferable traits and developmental opportunities.  

·        Ownership and management of player lists per pertinent birth years 

·        Represent the brand of Academy of Hockey at all hockey events 

·        Review quarterly player needs of all Academy related programming with Assistant Director, Head Development Coach and Development Coaches. 

 

·        Full commitment to staying on the cutting edge of hockey programs and innovations at all levels. 

·        Provide a high quality, organized on ice experience with command of the participants.

·        Assist in developing a structured approach to skill progression and development.

·        Adaptable coaching style with ability to facilitate to all levels of player talent.

·        Assess and review player skill sets and develop skill improvement programs and recommendations.

·        Prepare video clips from various sources for review with players, coaches via hockey specific software.

·        Conduct video review and analysis sessions with coaches and players focusing on development strengths and opportunities.

·        Will work closely with all HARBORCENTER staff to ensure a quality experience for all participants.

Minimum Qualifications for the position:            

·        A minimum of 5-7 years of hockey experience, driven from:

o   High level playing career (College/Junior Hockey or above); and/or

o   Coaching career (Youth to Professional).  

§  Youth coach – highest level coaching certifications/accreditations preferred                  
(USA Hockey, Hockey Canada, etc.)

·        A proven ability to develop hockey skill development strategies for youth level players/teams. 

·        Understanding and knowledge of hockey specific programs, i.e. SportsCode, FlexxCoach, Coach’s Eye. 

·        An ability to work independently and/or collaborate effectively as part of a team.

·        Full Time position with a steady workload including expectation to work weekend, evening, and holiday hours as needed during peak periods.

·        25% Travel Required

·        A minimum of 3-5 years scouting experience with a proven ability to identify projectable skill and player potential.