Hockey Coach

Oakland Ice Center•Oakland, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hockey Coach teaches the skills necessary to play ice hockey and helps ensure that hockey activities at the Oakland Ice Center are enjoyable and rewarding. The coach helps prepare and implement practice plans for House Recreation Hockey Leagues, supports volunteer coaches, and provides organized, engaging instruction to players. The role also involves communicating with parents and players about progress, promoting programs and services, supervising participants, and following rink policies and emergency procedures. The position is part-time and non-exempt, based at the Oakland Ice Center, and reports to the Hockey Manager. Pay is $20.43 per hour.

Requirements

Possess a record of high achievement as a hockey player or coach.
Be able to work well with youth and adults and maintain positive relationships with customers.
Have a good working knowledge of ice hockey, other local youth programs, and organizations.
Be able to skate and stand on skates for long periods while giving instruction.

Responsibilities

Help prepare and implement practice plans for House Recreation Hockey Leagues.
Be familiar with USA Hockey guidelines for age-specific skill progressions.
Arrive promptly and on time for assignments.
Assist volunteer coaches with practice setup, including getting out teaching aids.
Meet and exceed customer expectations by keeping practices fun, friendly, and organized.
Keep skaters active and engaged by varying drills and on-ice games.
Ensure all students receive an equal amount of instruction.
Supervise players and volunteers during practice times.
Develop players’ social skills.
Maintain open communication with parents and players regarding progress.
Promote Oakland Ice Center camps and clinics and inform players and parents about additional on-ice sessions.
Assist players with their equipment when needed.
Encourage new enrollment and promote re-enrollment.
Keep up to date with the latest hockey rules and trends.
Promote the Pro Shop.
Follow all rink rules, policies, and procedures.
Know emergency procedures for equipment and building evacuation.
Perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options
Complimentary or discounted sports and event tickets
$200 employee referral bonus for each friend hired
30% discount in the Sharks Pro Shop
Food and beverage discount at SAP Center, TechCU Arena, and Stanley's when working
Spot Pet Insurance
Free Barracuda tickets
Free ice skating at Sharks Ice in San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland
Free employee parking
Fun environment