Part Time AAU Head Ice Hockey Coach

St. Bonaventure UniversitySt. Bonaventure, NY
Onsite

About The Position

In conjunction with the ACHA Head Ice Hockey Coach/Recreation Assistant and Associate Director for Intramural, Recreational and Club Sports, this person will be responsible for the management and administration of a competitive Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) program. This includes developing a developmental plan for practices, recruiting, travel arrangements, game planning, and general coaching of a successful Ice Hockey program.

Requirements

  • Bachelor Degree preferred
  • Two (2) to five (5) years coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level and/or Junior Hockey League /or collegiate playing experience.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Level 200 USA Hockey Coaching Certification
  • Knowledge of specific sport skills and player development as well as strategic team development.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with faculty, staff, students and constituent groups outside the University to support the continued enhancement and development of the specific sport.
  • Knowledge of USA Hockey and Amateur Athletic Union rules and regulations.
  • Ability to handle highly confidential material, understanding that all University information should only be disclosed to others who have a need to know, for legitimate business or educational reasons.
  • Ability to exercise and apply sound judgment and decision making skills as well as the ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality of data.
  • Ability to successfully recruit and retain student athletes.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to establish and nurture effective working relationships with associates, colleagues, students and members of the University staff.
  • Maintain professionalism when dealing with all staff and other customers while fostering positive working relationships.

Nice To Haves

  • Develop and demonstrate a multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse and respectful University community.
  • Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the University.
  • Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
  • Makes public appearances on behalf of the University as well as create substantial support for program through ambitious marketing and community service efforts.
  • Have the self-motivation and the ability to stay current with emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions in and out of season, as permitted by Upstate New York Collegiate Hockey League, Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), USA Hockey and St. Bonaventure University.
  • Develops and implements strategies for motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and a team.
  • Oversees the recruitment and selection of student-athletes.
  • Ensures compliance with the Amateur Athletic Union guidelines for contacting and entertaining prospects.
  • Monitors the eligibility status and promotes the academic progress of student-athletes by working closely with the Associate Director of Intramurals, Recreation and Club Sports.
  • Arranges a competitive event schedule, in conjunction with the assigned administrator.
  • Supervises assistant coaches, part-time assistant coaches and graduate assistants if applicable, providing orientation, training and guidance as needed.

Benefits

  • Free access to campus fitness center
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Golf course membership discount
  • Other National and Local discounts available
  • 403b Retirement Plan
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