Program Assistant, Pittsburgh I.C.E Hockey

Pittsburgh Penguins; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburgh I.C.E. Hockey (Inclusion Creates Equality) seeks a motivated Program Assistant to support youth hockey programming, events, communications, and player development.

This seasonal role runs from October 2026 to March 2027 and requires collaborating with program leadership, coaches, players, parents, volunteers, and community partners to keep programs organized, welcoming, and accessible. Key duties include assisting with initiatives to grow participation, organizing website and social

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with children, families, coaches, and volunteers.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Reliable transportation to required programming and events.
• Interest in hockey, youth development, sports, or community programming.
• Experience with youth sports, hockey, nonprofit organizations, or events is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media, or website management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with current youth hockey initiatives designed to increase participation at all levels and develop player skills.
• Organize youth hockey content for our website and social media platforms.
• Support coaches and program leadership with practices and program activities.
• As scheduled, coordinate and assist with our Saturday morning sessions during the season at RMU Island Sports Center.
• Promote inclusivity, accessibility and equality in the sport of hockey to diverse socio-economic communities.
• Perform outreach and schedule weekly guest speakers. Support all current and future youth hockey diversity and inclusion programs
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Plan and assist with the Goalie Game event logistics and communications.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Flexible schedule

Transportation

Youth development

Hockey interest

Nonprofit experience

Office tools

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media

Website management

Job description

Pittsburgh I.C.E. Hockey, Inclusion Creates Equality, is an NHL "Hockey is for Everyone"™ program, committed to offering children of all socio-economic backgrounds the opportunity to learn to play the game of ice hockey. The Hockey Is For Everyone initiative leverages the sport of hockey as a catalyst to help children learn essential life skills, education and the core values of hockey: commitment, perseverance, and teamwork. Although hockey is our primary mission, our other goals are to teach leadership skills, commitment to education, and community service.

Formerly called Hockey in the Hood, launched its inaugural season on December 4th 2000, with a grant from the National Hockey League and the Pittsburgh Penguins Alumni. The I.C.E. program was developed under the umbrella of the National Hockey League's Diversity Task Force.

For the past 25 seasons, Pittsburgh I.C.E. Hockey programs have provided ice hockey Learn to Play programs, skills development and competitive opportunities to over 1,500 kids throughout Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

Position Overview

Pittsburgh I.C.E. Hockey (Inclusion Creates Equality) is seeking a motivated and community-minded Program Assistant to support youth hockey programming, events, communications, and player development. This is a seasonal position that runs from October of 2026 to March of 2027.

The Program Assistant will work with program leadership, coaches, players, parents, volunteers, and community partners to help ensure Pittsburgh I.C.E. Hockey programs are organized, welcoming, and accessible.

Program Responsibilities

• Assist with current youth hockey initiatives designed to increase participation at all levels and develop player skills.
• Organize youth hockey content for our website and social media platforms.
• Support coaches and program leadership with practices and program activities.
• As scheduled, coordinate and assist with our Saturday morning sessions during the season at RMU Island Sports Center.
• Promote inclusivity, accessibility and equality in the sport of hockey to diverse socio-economic communities.
• Perform outreach and schedule weekly guest speakers. Support all current and future youth hockey diversity and inclusion programs
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Goalie Game Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of the annual Pittsburgh I.C.E. Hockey Goalie Game on Friday, February 26, 2027 at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex.
• Coordinate with players, goalies, families, coaches, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.
• Assist with registration, communication, setup, event logistics, and breakdown.
• Help promote the event through email, social media, and other channels.
• Assist with fundraising and post-event follow-up.
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with children, families, coaches, and volunteers.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Reliable transportation to required programming and events.
• Interest in hockey, youth development, sports, or community programming.
• Experience with youth sports, hockey, nonprofit organizations, or events is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media, or website management is a plus.
  
  

Required Clearances

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Record Check (PATCH)
• FBI Criminal History Background Check through DHS/IDEMIA (IdentoGo)