Assistant Coach, Women's Ice Hockey

Overview

The mission of Princeton University Department of Athletics is to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the assistant coach of Women's Ice Hockey is to provide a quality varsity program that will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program.

Princeton University Department of Athletics is committed to creating a workplace culture where differences are celebrated, where all employees feel valued and are empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents, and where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the recruitment of student-athletes on a national and international level.

• Travel to meet with prospective student-athletes.

• Assist with the management of recruiting database of potential recruits.

• Develop and execute recruiting plan.

• Plan and organize on-campus visits.

• Assist in all aspects of coaching a nationally competitive Division I hockey program, including thorough knowledge of the sport, coaching strategies and student-athlete development.

• Assist in overall program planning and organization.

• Travel with the team to away competitions and coordinate team travel.

• Assist/coordinate social media platforms.

• Assist with alumni events and development of Friends Group.

• Other Administrative duties as assigned.

• Adhere to Ivy League, ECAC and NCAA rules and regulations.

• Work within the framework of the Department of Athletics administration and coaches.

• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, administration, staff and alumni.

• Ability to uphold the commitment to the Department of Athletics mission and values of Education Through Athletics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience.

• Previous recruiting experience.

• Collegiate or professional playing experience preferred.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

• First Aid, AED, and CPR certification within four months of hire.

• Proficient with MS office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage team dynamics.

• Demonstrated organizational ability for practice and recruiting.

• An understanding of the fundamental role that intercollegiate athletics, properly implemented, can play in the educational development of our student-athletes.

• Successful background in coaching at the collegiate level preferred.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Standard Weekly Hours

34.44

Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours

Nights and weekends required.

Eligible for Overtime

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Probationary Period

180 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Estimated Appointment End Date

6/30/2025

Comments Related to End Date

Coach contracts are renewed annually.

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver's License Required

No

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