Assistant Ice Hockey Coach (Goaltending and Operations)

Williams College•Williamstown, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Williams College is seeking a committed and knowledgeable Assistant Ice Hockey Coach with a focus in Goaltending and Hockey Operations to join our staff for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The successful candidate will work with the men’s and women’s hockey programs, supporting both teams in all aspects of team operations and performance, with an additional area of responsibility in goaltender training and development. This position is a 6-month, 40-hour per week position with a salary of $23,400, and comes with a full meal plan. This role is fully benefitted and also provides full tuition remission of graduate school coursework after six months of employment. The Williams ice hockey teams have enjoyed considerable success in recent years, with both teams qualifying for the NCAA Championship this past season. The women’s team earned an at-large bid into the tournament and finished the season with a #5 national ranking, while the men’s team won the NESCAC Championship, beating the eventual National Champion in the semifinal game. The Ephs have enjoyed success on and off the ice, with many players earning individual accolades including All-Conference, All-American and All-Academic honors. Williams College is committed to building a broadly diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and collegiate competing and/or coaching experience required
Valid driver's license is required

Nice To Haves

Experience working specifically with goaltenders is desired
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively preferred
Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA and NESCAC rules
Self-motivated and possess the ability to recruit, teach, and coach highly talented scholar-athletes who can succeed in a challenging academic environment

Responsibilities

Plan and lead goalie-specific development sessions and practice components
Deliver technical and tactical instruction tailored to individual goaltenders
Conduct video review and performance analysis for goalies
Track goalie progress, workload, and performance trends throughout the season
Integrate goaltenders effectively into team systems and defensive structure
Assist the staffs in the planning and execution of practices, games, skills, video and goalie specific activities and personal development
Provide support during home games for each team including communication, adjustments, video, player and equipment management
Administrative office duties and support for all team operations
Other duties as assigned by head coach