Head Coach - ACHA Division II Men’s Club Hockey

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St. Norbert College, a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college is seeking an ACHA Division II Men’s Club Hockey Coach. This position is charged with oversight of the club hockey program and fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of the head coach. The coach is expected to follow all ACHA, Conference and College policies. This position works closely with the NCAA Hockey coaches to ensure success of all programs.

The individual will be hired this summer and the program will begin competition in 2025–26.

Specific responsibilities:

Responsible for the overall function of the programs within conference and ACHA regulations. Represents the program and the College with any internal or external groups as needed. Completes administrative coaching responsibilities such as preparing practice and game plans, scouting opponents, academic studies follow-up with players, check-ins, etc. - 25%

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St. Norbert College, a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college is seeking an ACHA Division II Men’s Club Hockey Coach. This position is charged with oversight of the club hockey program and fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of the head coach. The coach is expected to follow all ACHA, Conference and College policies. This position works closely with the NCAA Hockey coaches to ensure success of all programs.

The individual will be hired this summer and the program will begin competition in 2025–26.

Specific responsibilities:

Responsible for the overall function of the programs within conference and ACHA regulations. Represents the program and the College with any internal or external groups as needed. Completes administrative coaching responsibilities such as preparing practice and game plans, scouting opponents, academic studies follow-up with players, check-ins, etc. - 25%

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With the assistance of the Director of Athletics, defines and achieves annual enrollment goals of the program. Recruiting is by electronic, telephonic and in-person (travel required) means. Develops and maintains a system to identify prospective student-athletes and works closely with area high school and junior program coaches to recruit quality student-athletes. Creates a successful recruitment plan that includes a calendar, budget, contacts with prospective student athletes, and milestone check-in points. - 20%

Develops a competent and effective coaching staff by recruiting and hiring qualified applicants, providing guidance on departmental or College policies and coaching philosophy, encouraging professional development through participation in coaching decisions and recruiting activities, making coaching assignments based upon qualifications, supervising coaching activities, and evaluating performance.- 15%

Assumes responsibility for the retention and matriculation process for student-athletes in their athletic and academic endeavors. - 10%

Manages funds by preparing the budget and exercising authority for all expenditures related to the program. Responsible for fundraising efforts on behalf of the programs. - 10%

Organizes and coordinates all team travel, schedules all future contests, manages all assistant coaches within the program, monitors the program budget. Responsible for fundraising efforts on behalf of the programs. assists the Director of Athletic Communications with statistics, press releases, and other publications. - 10%

Teaches approximately 1-2 activity courses in physical education annually OR provides event management at home athletic contests as SNC athletic administrator.- 10%

Performs additional duties as assigned and attend College required training. Regular attendance is required. Works in a manner that is aware of personal safety and the safety of others and observes safety, health and sanitation codes, regulations, or practices required by the College or governmental authority.

Supervision Exercised Over:

• 1-4 student workers

• 1-2 part-time coaches

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education -

• Bachelor’s degree required

Experience and Credentials -

• Strong ability to recruit student athletes in the context of NCAA Division III philosophy.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse campus environment or commitment to do so as an employee of St. Norbert College.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities -

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

• Ability to interact professionally with coworkers and customers, particularly in conflict situations.

• Ability to interact politely and resolve customer service issues.

• Ability to multitask, meet specific deadlines, and prioritize tasks and assignments.

• Skilled in basic math computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office, Google Apps, Workday) and ability to learn upgrades and new programs as needed.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and decisions in an expeditious manner.

• Skilled at setting a good example for others.

• Skilled at organizing events, programs, projects and see them through to completion.

• Skilled at making presentations to large (>100) groups of people.

• Ability to concentrate and focus in a noisy environment.

The College may consider any equivalent amount of credentials, licensures, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed at competition/practice venues, classroom or office settings. Weekends, early mornings and evenings are generally required. This position is expected to travel. This position is expected to work on campus on a regular basis and is eligible to participate in a Hybrid Work and Flexible Schedules. Approval of Flexible Work Arrangements are at the discretion of the department supervisor to ensure that the needs of the department and college are met.

Benefits package:

The College offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance; retirement plan; paid time-off and tuition waiver. For more information, please visit:https://www.snc.edu/hr/workinghere.html.

Application instructions:

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled.

Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

St. Norbert College provides safe, inclusive, and anti-racist educational and work experiences for our faculty, staff, and students of color, congruent with our Catholic, Norbertine, and liberal arts values. Therefore, we invite candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging to join our community of teaching and learning. We are seeking to hire staff who are committed to infusing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB) into their work.

The college supports educational experiences that challenge students, faculty, staff, and administrators to expand their awareness of factors that impede our appreciation of both the richness and complexity of diversity. Opportunities to confront, examine, and renegotiate our understanding of power, privilege, and inequality as they are manifested in our society will be key to these endeavors.

Exempt

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the job if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the job. Percentage of time may vary widely depending on the needs of the position during any particular time period. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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