Assistant Coach, Women's Ice Hockey

Middlebury College • Middlebury, VT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide support to the head coach in all aspects of the women's ice hockey program. Coach and mentor student-athletes in support of their growth as a student-athlete and member of the Middlebury College community. This is a full-time, benefits eligible, salaried position with a hiring range of $50,898 - $60,262 per year. This is a term appointment with an end date of June 30, 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• Experience playing and coaching at the collegiate level preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents through strong interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Excels in organizational skills, computer skills, and able to prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Works effectively within a diverse department and team as well as independently.
• Must maintain appropriate certifications in CPR/AED/First Aid and must complete the annual NCAA Division III Rules Test.
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and if requested a college vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Coach the technical and tactical aspects of ice hockey in practices and competitions.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes within the rules and regulations of Middlebury, NESCAC and the NCAA.
• Assist the head coach in preparing for daily practice including but not limited to developing daily practice plans.
• Assist the head coach in preparing for competition including but not limited to scouting of opponents and developing scouting reports.
• Assist the head coach with the administration of the program including but not limited to travel plans, equipment purchasing, and budgeting.
• Mentor and provide support for student-athletes in support of their development in the sport as well as in their academics and personal development.
• Assist the head coach in developing and delivering programming relative to student-athlete development including but not limited to mental health, DEI, leadership, sexual violence prevention, and hazing.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach or Director of Athletics in support of the program or department. This may include event management, strength and conditioning or teaching required classes in Physical Education.

Benefits

• health, dental, life, disability, generous retirement matching, and vision benefits
• generous time-away program - up to 34 days per year, increasing as the term of service lengthens
• robust educational assistance programs
• MiddCard Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the college store, library privileges, and cultural and sporting events.
• Discounts on season passes at Middlebury College's Snow Bowl, the Ralph Myhre Golf Course and the Rikert Outdoor Center.
• Access to our Partner Inclusion Program that provides comprehensive support services to the spouses and partners of Middlebury employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level