Intercollegiate Athletics Men’s Ice Hockey Head Coach

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Position Announcement

Western Connecticut State University
Intercollegiate Athletics
Head Coach – Men’s Ice Hockey
Academic Year 2024-2025

Position Announcement

Western Connecticut State University
Intercollegiate Athletics
Head Coach – Men’s Ice Hockey
Academic Year 2024-2025

Western Connecticut State University’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is pleased to announce that
applications are being accepted for the position of Head Coach of Men’s Ice Hockey - Coach II rank.

WCSU is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with
disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our
pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WCSU is honored to be
awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal
moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

WestConn is a Division III school and a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The
football program is a member of the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Association (MASCAC), Women’s
Golf plays independently, while the other 19 intercollegiate athletic programs are members of the Little East
Conference (LEC). The University belongs to conferences and associations appropriate to the specific athletic
activity program. Additional information about the department may be found at https://westconnathletics.com.
This is a new program and will compete as a club in 2024-25 (a small club currently exists.) WestConn’s team will
compete at the NCAA level in 2025-26 which is parallel to when the LEC will sponsor the sport championship.

Position Summary: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all aspects of developing and new program
and sustaining a men’s ice hockey program that desires to be highly competitive; Providing direction, coordination,
and instruction to the WestConn ice hockey team; Specific and defined recruitment and retention of high-quality
prospective student-athletes; Supervising assistant coaches; Ensuring compliance with NCAA, Little East and
University policies; Monitor and assisting team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters; Assisting
with program promotion and marketing; Representing the Athletic Department at professional, civic, charity, and
alumni events; Budget management and fundraising leadership are also required. Candidates must demonstrate a
proven aptitude for coaching as illustrated by a strong work ethic, organizational skills, computer skills, and the
ability to interact professionally within the department, the campus, and the community.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree is required; Master’s degree preferred. A minimum of three (3) years coaching
experience at the collegiate level or club level (i.e., USHL), preferably at least two (2) years’ experience as a head
coach. Alternate professional experience will be considered. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to
recruit, retain, train, and develop student-athletes. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and an
understanding of, and a commitment to, the Division III student-athlete philosophy is essential. Extensive
computer skills are required as is the ability to use Microsoft Office and sport-specific and budget software.
Excellent communication skills are also important to work effectively with diverse populations including students,
administrators, faculty, and alumni. The ability to adhere to the NCAA, LEC, University, and Athletics department
policies and rules and regulations is required. The Head Coach will work within the framework of the Department

Position Announcement

of Intercollegiate Athletics administration and coaches and is expected to communicate effectively with students,
faculty, administration, staff, and alumni. Must be or able to be certified in First Aid, AED, and CPR.

Salary & Benefits: The hiring salary range is $70,729 – $82,518 and is commensurate upon candidates' experience.
Western offers a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information on benefits can be found at
www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a letter of application, which outlines interest in, and
qualifications for, the position; a current resume, and the names and contact information for at least three (3)
professional references to facultyvitae@wcsu.edu. In the Email Subject Line Reference Search #300-030. All
materials should be submitted as PDF files. Application materials must be submitted no later than Tuesday,
June 11, 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.

State and Federal requirements expect that organizations with 100 or more employees invite applicants to self-identify gender
and race. We kindly request all applicants to complete the Affirmative Action Data Questionnaire via the following link.
http://wcsu.edu/diversity/affirmative-action-data-questionnaire/. Any questions may be directed to Ms. Keisha Stokes in
the WCSU Office of Diversity and Equity at stokesk@wcsu.edu. Completion of this data will not affect your opportunity
for employment, or terms or conditions of employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept
separate from all search records and only accessed by the Office of Diversity and Equity.

Western is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer