Assistant Men's Hockey Coach
About The Position
Colby College, a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC), competes at the Division III level with 32 intercollegiate sports. The department also manages campus recreation and hosts club and intramural sports. Over one-third of Colby's 2,200 students participate in intercollegiate sports, and nearly three-quarters are involved in fitness and recreation activities. Colby has made significant investments in athletics, boasting a state-of-the-art athletics complex, including the Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, which serves as a benchmark for Division III institutions. This 350,000 square-foot facility houses numerous sports venues and a strength and fitness center. Additionally, the College features a 70-acre outdoor competition center. Colby's Athletic Department has seen substantial improvement in the Learfield Director's Cup standings since the opening of the new facilities. A distinguishing feature is the Peak Performance Program, integrating sports medicine, strength and conditioning, sports psychology, nutrition, and sports sciences to optimize student well-being and performance. Located in central Maine, Colby offers access to outdoor recreational venues like Belgrade Lakes and Sugarloaf Mountain Resort. The Colby College Department of Athletics is seeking an assistant men’s hockey coach for the period of August 01, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The assistant coach will support the head coach in all aspects of managing a competitive Division III program.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience
- Previous experience coaching and/or competing at the college level is highly desirable
- Committed to the values of a liberal arts education
- Working knowledge of rules and regulations governing collegiate hockey
- Outstanding organizational, communication, writing, interpersonal, and analytical skills and capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and to exercise sound judgment and discretion
- Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements.
- Ability to travel for team practices, competition, and scouting in and out of state, including nights and weekends
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting the development of student athletes from varied backgrounds
Responsibilities
- On-site coaching in races and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices
- Prepare film breakdown and analysis, and present analysis to team members
- Plan and prepare for competitions
- Provide support and encouragement to student athletes, including academic counseling and advising
- Recruit and retain talented athletes successfully
- Research academic and athletic credentials
- Build relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone and one-on-one meetings
- Organize and implement recruit visits
- Ensure safety and well-being of student athletes
- Serve as an effective role model for college-age students
- Comply with all guidelines, rules, and regulations set forth by Colby College, the NESCAC, and the NCAA
- Assist with day-to-day operations of the program
- Provide effective communication to the head coach
- Collaborate effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members
- Assist with the coordination of team travel
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of a diverse workforce to the college’s overall success.
- A secondary responsibility within the Department of Athletics will be added, depending on the qualifications of the applicant.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
