Assistant Coach, Men's Hockey

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Coach for Men's Hockey to enhance student-athlete development. This dynamic role involves supporting the Head Coach in achieving program objectives through technical coaching, recruiting, and team management. The ideal candidate will implement competitive strategies, organize training sessions, and foster community outreach. If you are passionate about sports and education, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact on student-athletes' lives while working in a vibrant, multicultural institution.

Qualifications

• Proven technical coaching knowledge and experience.
• Experience with sport analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Implement annual competitive objectives and practice sessions.
• Assist with team meetings, video analysis, and player evaluations.
• Identify recruits and develop recruiting packages.

Skills

Technical Coaching Knowledge

Sport Analysis Software Experience

Recruiting Skills

Team Management

Communication Skills

Bilingualism (English and French)

Education

Post-secondary Education

Job description

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Assistant Coach, Men's Hockey

Apply locations Ottawa, ON Main Campus time type Full time posted on Posted Today time left to apply End Date: May 19, 2025 (9 days left to apply) job requisition id JR23029

Job Family: Varsity Programs and Coaching

Union affiliation:

Faculty/Department: Men's Hockey

Campus: Main Campus

Date Posted: May 09, 2025

Applications must be received BEFORE: May 19, 2025

Position purpose:

Working in a holistic environment to develop student-athletes, the Assistant Coach will support the Head Coach to meet the program's objectives. The role includes duties related to technical coaching, recruiting, administration, team management, alumni and community events, and fundraising. The Assistant Coach may also coordinate technical schemes and game strategies for team sub-units.

Responsibilities include:

1. Implement, prepare, and evaluate annual competitive objectives, practice sessions, and competition events for assigned team sub-units.
2. Assist with team meetings, video and performance analysis, sport psychology, team building, academic monitoring, and player evaluations.
3. Help develop game strategies in collaboration with the Head Coach or Defensive Coordinator.
4. Organize and monitor off-season training, practices, and camps.
5. Identify recruits across Canada through established networks, develop recruiting packages, and communicate with recruits and families.
6. Organize campus tours and liaise with university support services.
7. Develop and implement multi-year recruiting plans based on current roster evaluations.
8. Coordinate fundraising initiatives with the Marketing and Communications department.
9. Work with the Manager of Camps and Intramural Programs on summer Youth Camps.
10. Monitor student-athletes' academic progress and coordinate support with faculties and advisors.
11. Coordinate community outreach and on-campus promotions involving U SPORTS student-athletes.
12. Assist with alumni relations and development activities.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education
• Proven technical coaching knowledge and experience
• NCCP Level 1 certification or equivalent (or in the process of obtaining)
• Experience with sport analysis software
• English proficiency; bilingualism in English and French is an asset

Note: The role requires working evenings and weekends according to practice and league schedules.

The University of Ottawa promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. Applications from Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, and all qualified candidates are encouraged. Applicants are asked to complete a Self-Identification Questionnaire at application submission.

Applicants must indicate if they are legally entitled to work in Canada. The university provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

The university values its bilingualism and offers training in both official languages.

Covid-19 vaccination was previously required but policy has been suspended; it may be reinstated based on health guidelines.

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