Suffolk University is pleased to announce a career opportunity as Head Women’s Hockey Coach. This position is responsible for overseeing all duties associated with running a competitive Division III women’s ice hockey program. Additional responsibilities within the Athletic Department and Division of Student Affairs will include but are not limited to: game management as assigned and hiring & management of student workers. This is a 12 month full-time position.
Principal Responsibilities:
Provide vision and leadership in the development of a competitive Division III ice hockey program.
Create and sustain an atmosphere that promotes academic and personal growth of student-athletes.
Compliance with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy when performing job responsibilities.
Development of a successful comprehensive recruiting plan with focus on recruitment and retention of qualified student athletes. Meet goals for student visits, applications, deposits and program enrollment.
Oversee all administrative aspects of the program including team travel scheduling of games and practices, budget management and travel arrangements.
Identify, recruit and supervise assistant coaches.
Engage in community outreach and alumni engagement initiatives. Participate in fundraising initiatives for the Athletic Department and the men's hockey program.
Hire, train and oversee student workers. Provide game management coverage of home athletic contests as assigned.
Serving as a member of the Student Affairs Division the candidate will have expectations of a broader campus involvement which may involve committees, events, and requirements outside of the Athletic Department. Candidate should have a global view of their involvement in the Suffolk community.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required.
3-5 years of successful ice hockey college coaching experience. Head Coaching experience is preferred.
Knowledge of NCAA regulations.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication and computer skills.
This position requires afternoon, night, weekend hours combined with business hours and some moderate travel.
A valid driver’s license.
Certification in first aid, CPR, and AED.
Suffolk University does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a veteran in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs, activities, or employment. Suffolk University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and inclusive faculty and staff that reflect the broad range of human experience who contribute to the robust exchange of ideas on campus, and who are committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment. We strongly encourage applications from groups historically marginalized or underrepresented because of race/color, gender, religious creed, disability, national origin, veteran status or LGBTQ status. Suffolk University is especially interested in candidates who, through their training, service and experience, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the University community.
Suffolk University does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a veteran in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs, activities, or employment. Suffolk University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and inclusive faculty and staff that reflect the broad range of human experience who contribute to the robust exchange of ideas on campus, and who are committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment. We strongly encourage applications from groups historically marginalized or underrepresented because of race/color, gender, religious creed, disability, national origin, veteran status or LGBTQ status. Suffolk University is especially interested in candidates who, through their training, service and experience, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the University community.