Assistant Men's Ice Hockey Coach

Overview:

Quinnipiac University seeks applications for an Assistant Coach for Men's Ice Hockey. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who possesses a strong knowledge of hockey, demonstrated ability to teach, and a passion for continued growth to make a great impact with individual and team development on and off the ice by contributing to practices, meetings, and other focused sessions. You will also be responsible for the identification and recruitment of elite student-athletes.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's "Best Colleges" issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review's "The Best 380 Colleges." Quinnipiac has been named a "Great College to Work For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more information, please visit

Overview:

Quinnipiac University seeks applications for an Assistant Coach for Men's Ice Hockey. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who possesses a strong knowledge of hockey, demonstrated ability to teach, and a passion for continued growth to make a great impact with individual and team development on and off the ice by contributing to practices, meetings, and other focused sessions. You will also be responsible for the identification and recruitment of elite student-athletes.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's "Best Colleges" issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review's "The Best 380 Colleges." Quinnipiac has been named a "Great College to Work For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more information, please visit Apply Now

www.qu.edu . An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University's commitment to preparing graduates for 21st century careers and citizenship, creating an inclusive, excellence-driven community, nurturing and positively impacting internal, local and global communities and fostering lifelong connections and success. The University believes in educating a diverse student body to become valued and contributing members of their communities through vital and purposeful educational programs. Students engage with real-world issues through practice and considering different perspectives. The University's innovative curriculum further prepares undergraduate and graduate students to understand their roles and responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community as well as the larger national and global communities.

Responsibilities:

Adhere to the highest standard of academic integrity and work in compliance with all University, ECAC Hockey and NCAA rules and regulations

Identification, recruitment, and retention of elite student-athletes

Knowledge and experience to contribute to practice design & delivery, positively impacting individual and team development

Mentor student-athletes to aspire and achieve academically and athletically

Facilitate individual and team video sessions

Analyze Quinnipiac and opponent game film in preparation of competition strategy

Ability to conduct high level individual skill sessions

Assist in organizing and coaching camps and clinics

Overall program administration including, liaising with admissions and NCAA compliance offices

Assist with special projects and tasks as requested by Head Coach

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience required, either as a previous successful college men's ice hockey athlete or in coaching

Knowledge of, and commitment to, NCAA rules and regulations is essential

Demonstrated ability to teach

Passion for continued growth

Effective communication, interpersonal, and technology skills

Self-motivated

Ability to recruit, teach and coach highly talented student-athletes who can succeed in a challenging academic environment

Experience with using video breakdown, analysis, and analytics to improve team performance

Experience with managing group travel arrangements

Ability to manage a 2-3 hour practice on the ice

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.