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Assistant Ice Hockey Coach
Hobart William Smith Colleges: Education: William Smith Athletics

Location: Geneva, NY
Open Date: Aug 30, 2021

Description
POSITION SUMMARY

The successful candidate will assist the head coach in the organization and management of a competitive NCAA Division III women's ice hockey program. The position responsibilities will include teaching and coaching student-athletes for successful competition; supporting student-athletes' academic success; recruiting prospective students; scouting opponents; fundraising; team travel planning; developing alumnae and parent relations; administrative tasks; and other duties as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities:

Teaching and Coaching:

• teach student-athletes all related principles and rules of the sport
• assist in the preparation, implementation and evaluation of practice and game plans
• operate digital platforms to develop training, practice and game plans
• maintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgment
• be knowledgeable of and compliant with all institutional, department, conference (NEHC), and NCAA policies, rules and regulations

Counseling and Advisement of Student-Athletes:

• develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletes
• reinforce academic success as a priority
• encourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with faculty, deans and staff

Recruiting:

• effectively recruit prospective student-athletes under the direction of the head coach and consistent with the Colleges' mission
• maintain the sport-specific recruiting electronic database
• recruit student-athletes who coincide with the academic profile of HWS students
• maintain open communication with other William Smith coaches regarding shared prospects

Professional Development:

• maintain active membership in professional sport organizations
• pursue formal and informal educational opportunities
• participate in William Smith Athletics Peak Performance Plan seminars

Community Engagement/Fundraising

• promote the sport and William Smith Athletics in area communities
• maintain a positive relationship with interested constituents (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media)
• assist in the planning and management of fundraising activities
• develop a positive relationship with William Smith alumnae and parents

Operational Team Responsibilities (approximately 30% of full time responsibilities):

• serve on Athletics Department operational teams
• assist with special events (e.g. Annual Awards Banquet, Heron Hall of Honor)
• assist with department initiatives
• represent the department on campus committees

OTHER INFORMATION:

This is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible, administrative position. Evening and weekend work are required. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned.


Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; masters degree preferred.
• Degree(s) in physical education, kinesiology, education or related field preferred.
• A minimum of four years hockey playing and/or coaching collegiate hockey required. Candidates must demonstrate strong potential to teach, lead and counsel college student-athletes and have enthusiasm for the recruiting duties of the position.
• The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy and mission of William Smith Athletics.
• Competence with technology resources and a current U.S. drivers license are vital to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Possess strong communication skills and be willing to take initiative
• Strong customer service orientation; positive, helpful, resourceful
• Demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to unique social, cultural, and economic circumstances of others
• Highly reliable, flexible and adaptable

Application Instructions
To apply, visit http://apply.interfolio.com/93218.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume and the names with contact information of at least three (3) professional references to our application service, Interfolio, using the Apply Now button on the right.

Background and MVR checks required.

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EOE


Hobart and William Smith Colleges are committed to providing a non-discriminatory and harassment-free educational, living and working environment for all members of the HWS community, including students, faculty, staff, volunteers, and visitors. HWS prohibits discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities on the basis of age, color, disability, domestic violence victim status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes sexual harassment, sexual violence, sexual assault, and other forms of sexual misconduct including stalking and intimate partner violence, and gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of a sexual nature.







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