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Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach

Western New England College

Western New England College

USD 50k-65k / year
Posted on Mar 21, 2025

Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach

in Springfield, MA
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $50000.00 - $65000.00 Salary/year
Posted: 03/21/2025
Category: Athletics - Coaching

Job Location: Springfield, MA

Position Type: Full Time Staff

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range: $50000.00 - $65000.00 Salary/year

Description

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

The Head Men's Hockey Coach will be responsible for administering all aspects of the hockey program including coaching, budget, team travel, recruiting, scouting, film review, planning, mentoring, and management of a regionally and nationally successful hockey program at Western New England University.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Recruiting and retaining student-athletes
  • Practice and game planning and execution
  • Coordinating technical, tactical, and fitness/conditioning training sessions
  • Promoting holistic mental and physical well-being of student-athletes
  • Scouting opponents
  • Supervising coaching staff
  • Engaging in the planning and coordination of student-athlete development initiatives
  • Assuring program is in compliance with all Departmental, University, and NCAA/CNE rules, regulations, and policies
  • Participating in oversight of equipment distribution and return
  • Developing and implementing fundraising initiatives at program level and assisting with fundraising at the department and University level
  • Engaging in alumni relations activities
  • Attending all Athletics Department, University, Conference, Professional Association, and NCAA meetings and trainings as mandated by the University and the Athletic Director
  • Conducting all program activity in a manner consistent with University and Department mission and vision
  • Participating fully in strategic planning and strategic initiatives development, execution, and assessment
  • Coordinating and participating in program and departmental community service activities
  • Contest management and other secondary duties as assigned to ensure the smooth operation of the Athletic Department
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree Required, Master's Degree Preferred
  • 3-5 years of hockey coaching experience required, collegiate head coach experience preferred
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations including Title IX
  • Excellent leadership and supervisory skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated coaching ability - may include appropriate coaching licensure or certification
  • Ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team
  • The ability to articulate the vision, mission and core values of Division III Athletics and Athletics at Western New England University
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Athletic department staff, rink staff, and with members/staff of other groups/divisions on Campus
  • Nights and weekends required. Full-time presence on-campus required outside of game and practices.
HOURS:

This is an exempt position with full-time hours needed to complete job responsibilities.

First consideration will be given to those that apply on or before April 6, 2025.

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