Head Club Coach, Men's Ice Hockey

High Point University•High Point, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Club Coach for Men’s Ice Hockey at High Point University plays a key leadership role in guiding and developing a competitive club hockey program aligned with the university’s vision, mission, and values. Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for Intercollegiate Club Sports, this position is responsible for leading, coordinating, and coaching the team while operating within an established budget. The coach fosters an environment that supports both athletic excellence and personal growth, encouraging student-athletes to thrive as competitors and engaged members of the university community. Additionally, the role contributes to a broader club sports program that promotes a passion for sport, and successful participation in local, state, and national competitions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
Experience Coaching and developing athletes who have a range of skill levels, goals and abilities (including those with high performance goals and those who seek being a team member)
Certified as necessary
Valid First Aid certificate (minimum Basic First Aid with CPR C/AED)
Valid Driver’s License
Experience planning and implementing training plans and competition and selection protocols
Experience managing and coordinating an athletic program of some form
Demonstrated ability to coach sound techniques
Competent in current sports training technologies
Familiar with safety rules and procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), and social media
Ability to work effectively and independently with students (with minimal supervision) in a dynamic and flexible environment.

Nice To Haves

First Aid/CPR/AED certification is recommended.

Responsibilities

Designs and implements a hockey program to develop athletes, including establishing goals, structure and direction for the program.
Recruits, hires, orients, supervises, and mentors the assistant coach to create an effective coaching staff.
Works with the Athletic Director to develop a 3-year program plan and implement.
Coaches all members of the HPU Club Ice Hockey Program for the Fall and Spring Semesters.
Establishes consistent and transparent training plans and selection and athlete monitoring protocols while working with the assistant coach to refine and implement them.
Recruits athletes to the program.
Organizes and maintains up-to-date registration, contact and medical information.
Arranges all aspects of wrestling matches and schedule with the Assistant AD.
Maintains and disseminates information, including registration process and timelines (comprehensive of publicizing on Website and Social Media).
Ensures that the High Point University Vision, Mission, Values and Policies (especially with regard to safety and equipment) are understood and adhered to by all athletes and the assistant coach.
Informs Assistant Athletic Director of all equipment and other needs of the program.
Liaises with Assistant Athletic Director and assistant coach to ensure equipment is in working order.