Head Coach - Women's Ice Hockey

Head Coach - Women’s Ice Hockey 

PCN 415

Position Overview

Merrimack College invites applications for the position of Head Coach for Women’s Ice Hockey. This is a unique opportunity to lead a Division I program committed to competitive excellence, academic achievement, and the holistic development of student-athletes. The Head Coach will provide visionary leadership for all aspects of the women’s ice hockey program, with a central focus on building, sustaining, and strengthening a championship-caliber culture rooted in accountability, integrity, inclusion, and competitive excellence. 

Position Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Culture Development 

• Establish, articulate, and model a clear vision and identity for the program. 

• Build and maintain a strong, values-driven team culture that prioritizes accountability, trust, respect, and daily competitive habits. 

• Foster an environment that supports student-athlete growth on and off the ice. 

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Head Coach - Women’s Ice Hockey 

PCN 415

Position Overview

Merrimack College invites applications for the position of Head Coach for Women’s Ice Hockey. This is a unique opportunity to lead a Division I program committed to competitive excellence, academic achievement, and the holistic development of student-athletes. The Head Coach will provide visionary leadership for all aspects of the women’s ice hockey program, with a central focus on building, sustaining, and strengthening a championship-caliber culture rooted in accountability, integrity, inclusion, and competitive excellence. 

Position Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Culture Development 

• Establish, articulate, and model a clear vision and identity for the program. 

• Build and maintain a strong, values-driven team culture that prioritizes accountability, trust, respect, and daily competitive habits. 

• Foster an environment that supports student-athlete growth on and off the ice. 

• Develop leadership within the team and empower captains and upperclassmen to sustain cultural standards. 

• Promote a culture of inclusion, belonging, and mutual respect. 

Coaching & Player Development 

• Plan and lead all practices, game preparation, and in-game strategy. 

• Oversee individual skill development and team systems. 

• Create year-round development plans that enhance performance, strength, conditioning, and hockey IQ. 

• Mentor student-athletes in personal, academic, and athletic growth. 

Recruiting & Talent Identification 

• Lead a comprehensive recruiting strategy aligned with program culture and competitive goals. 

• Identify and recruit student-athletes who embody Merrimack’s academic standards and cultural values. 

• Build strong relationships with club, prep, and junior programs. 

Program Administration 

• Oversee assistant coaches and support staff; foster professional growth within the coaching team. 

• Manage program budget, scheduling, travel, and compliance with NCAA, Hockey East, and College policies. 

• Collaborate with athletic performance, sports medicine, academic services, and athletic administration. 

Community & Institutional Engagement 

• Represent Merrimack College with professionalism and integrity. 

• Engage alumni, families, and supporters to strengthen program pride and connection. • Support fundraising and external relations initiatives in collaboration with Athletics Advancement. 

Position Qualifications:

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred). 

• Demonstrated coaching experience at the collegiate, professional, or elite level. 

• Proven ability to build and sustain a positive, high-performance team culture. 

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 

• Commitment to academic excellence and student-athlete welfare. 

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. 

Preferred: 

• Experience in Division I women’s hockey. 

• Recruiting experience and established recruiting networks. 

• Evidence of program-building and cultural transformation. 

Core Leadership Attributes:

The ideal candidate will: 

• Be a culture architect who understands that sustained success begins with daily standards and shared values. 

• Prioritize relationship-building and open communication. 

• Lead with authenticity, resilience, and competitive passion. • Demonstrate a long-term commitment to building a program that competes for Hockey East and NCAA championships. 

Application Materials Should Include:

• Resume or CV

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.

Work Location

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check. 

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.  

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

 

About Merrimack College

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,100 undergraduate, 2,500 graduate students and 50 doctoral students from 48 states and 63 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has six schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy, the Girard school of business and the graduate school of counseling and social work. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 38th in the Regional Universities North category in 2026. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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