Ice Hockey, Men's Assistant Coach

University of Saint Joseph; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut, is looking for a part-time assistant coach to support the head coach in organizing and directing a collegiate hockey program. Responsibilities include recruiting student-athletes, managing travel, player development, and ensuring compliance with all applicable policies.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree and previous coaching experience. This role demands a high-energy, flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting prospective qualified student-athletes.
• Ability to assist in practice and game planning.
• Organizational skills for team travel and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting student-athletes.
• Supervise practice and game planning.
• Oversee team travel and budget management.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Coaching experience at secondary and/or college level preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include assisting the head coach with organizing and directing all aspects of a successful and competitive collegiate program. The recruitment of qualified student-athletes and a demonstrated commitment to their personal, athletic, and academic success are essential. Responsibilities may also include recruiting, travel management, scheduling, player development, and budget management. This is a part-time appointment.

• Assist in the process of recruiting prospective qualified student-athletes.
• Assist in the development and supervision of practice and game planning.
• Assist with the organization of team travel.
• Effectively demonstrates technical skills at the collegiate level
• Assist with fundraising.
• Ensure compliance with all College, NCAA Division III and GNAC policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required by the Head Men\'s Hockey Coach.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Previous coaching experience at the secondary and/or college level preferred

Other Qualifications

• Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, as noted below, with or without reasonable accommodation

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements and description of the work environment are representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The Athletic Department is a fast paced, intensive, high energy environment. Coaches and staff work intensive schedules including weekends and evenings.