Assistant Coach, Men's Ice Hockey

Overview:

Quinnipiac University seeks applications for an Assistant Coach for Men's Ice Hockey. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who possesses a strong knowledge of hockey, demonstrated ability to teach, and a passion for continued growth to make a great impact with individual and team development on and off the ice by contributing to practices, meetings, and other focused sessions. You will also be responsible for the identification and recruitment of elite student-athletes.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's "Best Colleges" issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review's "The Best 380 Colleges." Quinnipiac has been named a "Great College to Work For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more information, please visit www.qu.edu. An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University's commitment to preparing graduates for 21st century careers and citizenship, creating an inclusive, excellence-driven community, nurturing and positively impacting internal, local and global communities and fostering lifelong connections and success. The University believes in educating a diverse student body to become valued and contributing members of their communities through vital and purposeful educational programs. Students engage with real-world issues through practice and considering different perspectives. The University's innovative curriculum further prepares undergraduate and graduate students to understand their roles and responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community as well as the larger national and global communities.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the highest standard of academic integrity and work in compliance with all University, ECAC Hockey and NCAA rules and regulations
• Identification, recruitment, and retention of elite student-athletes
• Knowledge and experience to contribute to practice design & delivery, positively impacting individual and team development
• Mentor student-athletes to aspire and achieve academically and athletically
• Facilitate individual and team video sessions
• Analyze Quinnipiac and opponent game film in preparation of competition strategy
• Ability to conduct high level individual skill sessions

Overview:

Quinnipiac University seeks applications for an Assistant Coach for Men's Ice Hockey. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who possesses a strong knowledge of hockey, demonstrated ability to teach, and a passion for continued growth to make a great impact with individual and team development on and off the ice by contributing to practices, meetings, and other focused sessions. You will also be responsible for the identification and recruitment of elite student-athletes.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's "Best Colleges" issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review's "The Best 380 Colleges." Quinnipiac has been named a "Great College to Work For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more information, please visit www.qu.edu. An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University's commitment to preparing graduates for 21st century careers and citizenship, creating an inclusive, excellence-driven community, nurturing and positively impacting internal, local and global communities and fostering lifelong connections and success. The University believes in educating a diverse student body to become valued and contributing members of their communities through vital and purposeful educational programs. Students engage with real-world issues through practice and considering different perspectives. The University's innovative curriculum further prepares undergraduate and graduate students to understand their roles and responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community as well as the larger national and global communities.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the highest standard of academic integrity and work in compliance with all University, ECAC Hockey and NCAA rules and regulations
• Identification, recruitment, and retention of elite student-athletes
• Knowledge and experience to contribute to practice design & delivery, positively impacting individual and team development
• Mentor student-athletes to aspire and achieve academically and athletically
• Facilitate individual and team video sessions
• Analyze Quinnipiac and opponent game film in preparation of competition strategy
• Ability to conduct high level individual skill sessions
• Assist in organizing and coaching camps and clinics
• Overall program administration including, liaising with admissions and NCAA compliance offices
• Assist with special projects and tasks as requested by Head Coach

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience required, either as a previous successful college men's ice hockey athlete or in coaching
• Knowledge of, and commitment to, NCAA rules and regulations is essential
• Demonstrated ability to teach
• Passion for continued growth
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and technology skills
• Self-motivated
• Ability to recruit, teach and coach highly talented student-athletes who can succeed in a challenging academic environment
• Experience with using video breakdown, analysis, and analytics to improve team performance
• Experience with managing group travel arrangements
• Ability to manage a 2-3 hour practice on the ice
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

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