Head Hockey Coach

Position Title:

Head Hockey Coach

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

51610 - Hockey

Advertised Salary:

$210,000 - $230,000

Benefits:

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Position Title:

Head Hockey Coach

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

51610 - Hockey

Advertised Salary:

$210,000 - $230,000

Benefits:

Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans

FLSA:

Exempt

Temporary/Continuing:

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Full-Time

Union Group:

N/A

Term of Position:

12 Month

At Will/Just Cause:

At Will

Summary of Position:

To direct and coordinate and oversee all aspects of Division 1 Varsity Hockey program to include recruiting, practice planning, student-athlete development, student athlete retention, monitoring of academic progress, assist in promoting team and enhancing ticket sales, fund raising (including direct work with Blueline Club and Solid Ice), summer camp, deal professionally with all media obligations, and adhere to NCAA, CCHA, and University policies and guidelines.

Position Type:

Staff

Required Education:

Bachelors Degree

Required Work Experience:

Five years experience coaching NCAA Collegiate Men's Ice Hockey, juniors, and international juniors, professionally as Assistant or Head Coach.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Physical Demands:

Bending

Carrying

Moving

Reaching

Sitting

Twisting

Balancing

Climbing

Driving

Lifting

Pulling/Pushing

Repetitive movement

Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

Masters Degree.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Exhibit strong leadership and professionalism in dealing with student-athletes, maintain integrity beyond reproach and foster a motivating environment while operating a program with a high degree of discipline and accountability.

Work collaboratively within the Athletic Department and campus community.

Develop and implement daily practice and game planning.

Develop a competitive Division I Hockey program.

Support and monitor student athletes academic success.

Supervision of Assistant Coaches

Conduct program with honesty and integrity per NCAA and CCHA rules.

Work with Strength and Conditioning Coach to monitor individual player and team success.

Coordinate game scheduling and team travel.

Manage budget, expenditures, purchasing and scholarship allocation processes.

Coordinate fundraising, camps and revenue generating initiatives designed to balance annual budget.

Coordinate, establish and maintain recruiting connections nationwide and internationally to expand the brand of Ferris State University and Bulldog Hockey as well as maintain the strong footprint within the state of Michigan and region.

Maintain good working relations with all media platforms including print, social media, television, and radio.

Operates university motor vehicles safely while carrying out job responsibilities.

Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Represent the University at conferences and seminars related to athletics as well as be available to serve on conference, regional and national committees.

Skills and Abilities:

Head coach must exhibit clear and effective communication skills both orally and written. Must have experience in budget management, recruiting, and fund raising. Must have supervisory experience and an awareness/knowledge of NCAA rules an regulations. Demonstrated commitment, experience, and understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Required Documents:

Cover Letter

Resume

Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY: Applications should include a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will begin immediately. DHR Global is assisting Ferris State University in this search. Please contact Glenn Sugiyama, Tony Hernandez, or Jeff Mercer at hockey.ferrisstate@dhrglobal.com for further details.

Initial Application Review Date:

March 3, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

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