Head Ice Hockey Coach

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Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

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Head Ice Hockey Coach

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Public: Open to the public

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the online application and be prepared to upload the following required documents:

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. List of at least three professional references with current contact information

Employment duration until May 1, 2026; 18-month (i.e., two seasons) term commitment. Possibility for a full time regular position after term commitment.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number

20166311S

Job Description

The Ice Hockey Coach is a 12-month, full-time position that is responsible for all organizational, administrative, and coaching duties of the

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Division I Hockey program, including practice and skill session planning, organization, game schedules, video coordination, game management, recruiting coordination, budgeting, and compliance with all

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University and

ACHA

regulations. The Ice Hockey Coach also provides oversight of the Bird Arena Adult Hockey League (

BAHL

) program. Supervision includes one Assistant Ice Hockey Coach (Graduate

Assistant) and approximately 15 student employees. The Ice Hockey Coach is expected to promote and facilitate effective communication and collaboration across all efforts of the department and with University and community partners.

COACHING

&

ADMINISTRATION

:

Effectively manage and lead the Ohio University

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Division I Ice Hockey program and supervise Assistant Ice Hockey Coach. Create a competitive schedule for each season by managing contracts with opposing teams and organizing game day operations, including but not limited to referees, scorekeepers, media ticket operations, game broadcast and other game day operations as necessary. Establish and maintain a positive culture that values and prioritizes accountability, learning and development, and student-athlete well-being. Coordinate with staff for effective risk management and safety practices throughout the rink and hockey programs. Maintain quality and inventory of team equipment needed to be successful. Identify potential

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Hockey recruits and develop recruiting schedule.

TEAMWORK

&

INCLUSION

:

Provides leadership, and guidance, and promotes teamwork, accountability, and integrity. Develops and maintains working relationships with university staff and positively influences and motivates student staff. Commits to the intentional and ongoing professional development of staff. Advocate for awareness, understanding, and the diversity and inclusion of all people in University Well-Being and Recreation facilities, programs, and campus communities. Create a culture of feedback to improve the team’s operations and services. Encourage both players and staff to view themselves as having the potential to make meaningful contributions and to be engaged in the

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community.

COMMUNICATION

&

ENGAGEMENT

: Coordinate all communication and engagement between the hockey program and the community at both the local and national levels through press releases, website administration, social media, media events, online broadcasts, participating in the weekly coaches’ radio show, web updates, and other departmental communications. Manage and disseminate relevant team updates such as game results, team statistics, and league standings in a timely manner. Develop game themes and community engagement events to enhance the fan experience. Develop regular alumni communication and outreach. Maintain positive relationships with

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Hockey stakeholders.

RESOURCE

STEWARDSHIP

: Manage resources and budgets associated with

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Hockey. Ensure travel is economically sustainable. Coordinate team transportation, meals, and lodging according to Ohio University purchasing policy and travel guidelines. Generate revenue through ticket sales and donor relations. Provide stewardship and drive donations for the

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Hockey foundation and scholarship accounts. Ensures that budgets comply with University and Department guidelines, policies and procedures. Develop and maintain annual records of participation, revenue generation and expenditures. Consistently monitors all revenue and expense and develops regular budget projections. Create avenues for engagement to drive donations to and awareness of foundation accounts. Assess ways to improve workplace productivity and processes for improvement.

STUDENT

AFFAIRS

:

Actively contribute as a staff member of the Department of University Well-being and Recreation and Division of Student Affairs to uphold the framework of equity and social justice and the personal well-being of the university community. Demonstrates effort to understand individual and collective roles in creating inclusive environments with a perspective of Social Justice. Promotes equity through the (1) identification and removal of barriers, (2) facilitation of learning, (3) cultivation of community, and (4) empowerment of people. Addresses needs related to student development and well-being in order to increase retention, academic progress and graduation rates; including tracking the retention and persistence of marginalized identities. Advances cultural competency at Ohio University and the surrounding community through staff training, and by infusing cultural competency into

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Hockey.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

3 years of experience

1 year of managerial experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree

USA

Hockey Coach Level 4

Department

VP For Student Affairs

Pay Rate

Salary commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance, retirement benefits, educational benefits for themselves and qualified dependents, domestic partner benefits, parental leave, adoption benefits, paid time off, and access to professional development programs. More detailed plan information can be found at: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits

Job Open Date

08/07/2024

Posting Close Date

8/12/2024

Job Category

Administrative at-will appointment

Months

12 month

Planning Unit

Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule

Campus

Athens

Expected hours worked per week

40 Hours

Expected duration of assignment

Employment duration until May 1, 2026; 18-month (i.e., two seasons) term commitment with possibility of conversion to regular permanent role

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Dottie Brown, brownd17@ohio.edu

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Information

| Employment Type | full-time term | | Job Family/Subfamily | Athletics-Coaching | | Career Track & Level | M 2 | | Pay Grade | CA&P|00| |

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter 3. References Optional Documents

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