Head Coach of Mens Ice Hockey
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Head Coach of Mens Ice Hockey
Amherst Campus
Full Time
JR6067
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Head Coach of Men's Ice Hockey position. The Head Coach of Men's Ice Hockey is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $106,200, commensurate with experience. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
The head coach is responsible for the management and administration of all aspects of a successful NCAA Division III men's ice hockey program. The head coach will manage the men's ice hockey program to ensure positive team dynamics, satisfactory growth and development of a diverse set of student-athletes, and competitive performance of the team. The head coach is also responsible for other related duties assigned by the Director of Athletics. The position requires an understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment. The head coach takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Coaching
Teaching, analyzing performance, and coaching game techniques and strategies of ice hockey in preparation for and during athletic competitions
Establish strong relationships with a diverse group of student-athletes and maintain effective lines of communication
Monitor academic progress of student-athletes. Understand academic needs, communicate with faculty liaisons, identify any issues that may occur, and provide direction and guidance when necessary
Develop student-athletes of character who are committed to fostering a campus environment of respect and inclusion
Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions daily or several times weekly during season
Maintains detailed statistics and records, evaluation reports, etc., for each student-athlete
Determines and implements strategies to obtain maximum team level and individual performance
Determines competitive event schedule, coordinating with teams both inside and out of the Conference
Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NESCAC, NCAA, and college rules and regulations, and complies with same
Recruiting
Creates a dynamic and inclusive recruiting plan for the men's ice hockey program
Lead the effort to scout and recruit high-achieving prospective student-athletes from geographically and demographically diverse populations
Coordinates all phases of recruiting activities
Coordinates and organizes potential student-athletes' on-campus visits
Department responsibilities
Attend meetings within the department and conferences
Maintains positive relations with alumni and friends groups
In conjunction with the Office of Advancement, coordinate the program's fundraising activities and the outreach of alumni
Hire, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches
Manage program budget, travel, and logistics with department administration
Performs other duties/functions as requested
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Valid driver's license to drive college vehicles when necessary. Requires successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program. (See: https://www.fivecolleges.edu/riskmgmt/driver_credentialing)
College experience playing or coaching ice hockey at the college level
Strong recruiting skills
Outstanding organizational, communication, writing, interpersonal, and analytical skills and the capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to initiate, analyze, monitor, evaluate, and advance strategic planning
Ability to work independently and to exercise sound judgement and discretion
Demonstrated commitment to supporting the development of student-athletes from varied backgrounds
Ability to work intentionally with a diverse team to establish and maintain an inclusive, supportive, cohesive team atmosphere
Ability to work nights, weekends, and other non-traditional schedules
Ability to travel (by car, air, train, bus) domestically and internationally as needed for competition, recruiting, fundraising, or professional development vehicles
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Head-Coach-of-Men-s-Ice-Hockey_JR6067
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Posted: 22-May-25
Location: Amherst, Massachusetts
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Head Coach of Mens Ice Hockey
Amherst Campus
Full Time
JR6067
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Head Coach of Men's Ice Hockey position. The Head Coach of Men's Ice Hockey is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $106,200, commensurate with experience. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
The head coach is responsible for the management and administration of all aspects of a successful NCAA Division III men's ice hockey program. The head coach will manage the men's ice hockey program to ensure positive team dynamics, satisfactory growth and development of a diverse set of student-athletes, and competitive performance of the team. The head coach is also responsible for other related duties assigned by the Director of Athletics. The position requires an understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment. The head coach takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Coaching
Teaching, analyzing performance, and coaching game techniques and strategies of ice hockey in preparation for and during athletic competitions
Establish strong relationships with a diverse group of student-athletes and maintain effective lines of communication
Monitor academic progress of student-athletes. Understand academic needs, communicate with faculty liaisons, identify any issues that may occur, and provide direction and guidance when necessary
Develop student-athletes of character who are committed to fostering a campus environment of respect and inclusion
Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions daily or several times weekly during season
Maintains detailed statistics and records, evaluation reports, etc., for each student-athlete
Determines and implements strategies to obtain maximum team level and individual performance
Determines competitive event schedule, coordinating with teams both inside and out of the Conference
Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NESCAC, NCAA, and college rules and regulations, and complies with same
Recruiting
Creates a dynamic and inclusive recruiting plan for the men's ice hockey program
Lead the effort to scout and recruit high-achieving prospective student-athletes from geographically and demographically diverse populations
Coordinates all phases of recruiting activities
Coordinates and organizes potential student-athletes' on-campus visits
Department responsibilities
Attend meetings within the department and conferences
Maintains positive relations with alumni and friends groups
In conjunction with the Office of Advancement, coordinate the program's fundraising activities and the outreach of alumni
Hire, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches
Manage program budget, travel, and logistics with department administration
Performs other duties/functions as requested
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Valid driver's license to drive college vehicles when necessary. Requires successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program. (See: https://www.fivecolleges.edu/riskmgmt/driver_credentialing)
College experience playing or coaching ice hockey at the college level
Strong recruiting skills
Outstanding organizational, communication, writing, interpersonal, and analytical skills and the capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to initiate, analyze, monitor, evaluate, and advance strategic planning
Ability to work independently and to exercise sound judgement and discretion
Demonstrated commitment to supporting the development of student-athletes from varied backgrounds
Ability to work intentionally with a diverse team to establish and maintain an inclusive, supportive, cohesive team atmosphere
Ability to work nights, weekends, and other non-traditional schedules
Ability to travel (by car, air, train, bus) domestically and internationally as needed for competition, recruiting, fundraising, or professional development vehicles
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Head-Coach-of-Men-s-Ice-Hockey_JR6067
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