Assistant Women's Hockey Coach

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Women's Hockey Coach Working Title Assistant Women's Hockey Coach Hire Types Faculty Division Athletics Department Athletics Unit Athletics Location Bemidji State University Campus FLSA Exempt Full/Part Time Full Time FTE 1.0 Employment Condition Fixed Term Work Shift Work Schedule/Hours/Days Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial review of applications will begin on Wednesday, May 15th, so applications should be submitted by that time for guaranteed consideration.

Position will start July 15, 2024

Salary Minimum Depends on qualifications Salary Maximum Salary Type Per Credit Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO Job Description

Bemidji State University (BSU)invites qualified applicants to join our team as an Assistant Women's Hockey Coach. BSU's vision is to educate people to lead inspired lives. To accomplish BSU's vision, the University prioritizes creating a culture in which diversity is embraced and all people are safe, welcome, and validated. Centered between the three largest Tribal nations in Minnesota

• Leech Lake, Red Lake and White Earth

• BSU also prioritizes increasing engagement with American Indian communities to become a destination university.

Enrolling around 4,000 students, BSU offers more than 70 undergraduate majors and nine graduate degrees encompassing arts, sciences and select professional programs. BSU is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities and has a faculty and staff of more than 500. BSU's Shared Fundamental Values include civic engagement and leadership, international and multicultural understanding, belief in the power of the liberal arts, and environmental stewardship. BSU is located amid the lakes and forests of northern Minnesota and occupies a wooded campus along the shore of Lake Bemidji. BSU balances rigorous academia with the opportunity to enjoy a fun, robust, outdoor culture. The proximity to the lake and the surrounding north woods allows easy access to an assortment of recreation.

The BSU Intercollegiate Athletic Department sports programs are a member of Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) and Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA). BSU sponsors the following NSIC sports teams: football, men and women's basketball, women's soccer, volleyball, women's cross country, women's indoor and outdoor track and field, softball, baseball, men and women's golf, and women's tennis as a member of the NCAA Division II. The WCHA men and women's ice hockey teams are a member of the NCAA Division I. The Athletic Department is fully committed to equity and diversity in our faculty and students.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Women's Hockey Coach include:

• Assisting the Head Coach with organization of the NCAA Division I Ice Hockey Program.

• Demonstrating a commitment to adhering to all rules and regulations of the NCAA Division I and WCHA.

• Recruiting students to participate in the ice hockey program.

• Providing on-ice coaching to participants.

• Traveling extensively for the program.

Required Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Sport Management, Athletic Coaching, Exercise and Sports Science, Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I and Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA) Rules.

• Two (2) years of NCAA Ice Hockey coaching experience.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.

• Demonstrated ability to recruit student-athletes.

• Evidence of a strong work ethic and high level of integrity and honesty.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master's Degree in Sport Management, Athletic Coaching, Exercise and Sports Science, Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Experience working with defense or goaltenders.

• Excellent record-keeping skills that demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.

• Commitment to continuing education and professional development.

• A demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.

To facilitate the review, assessment, and evaluation process, please ensure that your application and/or resume clearly demonstrate fulfillment of these required and preferred qualifications.

Other Requirements

Other considerations:

• All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of an offer of employment.

• Official transcript(s) must be provided to Human Resources upon hire.

• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) which can be found at https://www.ifo.org/.

• In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MinnState) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, faculty and staff driving on college/university business, who use a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to complete a vehicle Use Agreement form and conform to MinnState's vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

• BSU and NTC are tobacco free workplaces (see policy).

Apply online: https://bemidjistate.peopleadmin.com/

A complete application will include the following attachments:

• Cover letter, which addresses the required qualifications and your specific interest in working at Bemidji State University.

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae.

Inquiries:

Amber Fryklund

• Women's Hockey Coach

Phone: (218) 310-0444

Email: amber.fryklund@bemidjistate.edu

If you have general questions about this posting or submitting an application, contact Mary Miller at mary.miller@bemidjistate.edu

About

UNIVERSITY / COMMUNITY

WHY BEMIDJI:

Bemidji State University is nestled among the pines along the shores of Lake Bemidji, just blocks from a thriving downtown community. In this Northwoods setting, students, staff, and faculty have a variety of activities at their fingertips. Possessing all the charm and character of a college town, Bemidji remains a tight-knit community of good neighbors and engaged citizens who always come out to cheer for the Beavers. While the city of Bemidji - named after the Ojibwe Chief Shaynowishkung (nicknamed Bemidji) - is home to a diverse population of more than 15,000 people, it serves a regional population of more than 100,000.

Though quaint and historic, the city offers the urban conveniences upon which college students rely. Bemidji State is conveniently located minutes away from affordable restaurants, cozy coffee shops, grocery stores, city parks and more. Small, locally owned shops and art sculptures line the streets of downtown Bemidji, while national chains can be found in and around the Bemidji area, including an uptown selection of department stores and restaurants. students at Bemidji State University have the opportunity to experience a dynamic local culture and history. Bemidji also sits at the center of the legends of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. The famous statues of Paul and Babe greet students as they drive in from the south along Lake Bemidji.

The thriving downtown community presents ample opportunities for engagement off-campus. Among other things, there are fine-dining restaurants, cafes, and a natural foods co-op in downtown Bemidji. The historic Paul Bunyan Playhouse has a calendar of classic shows; restaurants and lounges offer weekly live music performances; the First Friday Art Walk provides a tour of new monthly art exhibits; and annual events such as the Loop the Lake Festival, the Dragon Boat Festival, the Blue Ox Marathon, Bemidji Winterfest, and The Minnesota Finlandia bring the community together.

For those who love the outdoors, there are wooded, multi-use trail systems within minutes of campus and community parks with walking trails, playgrounds and a skate park. Lake Bemidji State Park and its miles of navigable trails is located directly across the lake from BSU, and the Buena Vista Ski Area - just 12 miles north of campus - offers downhill skiing and BSU-sponsored student transportation in the winter months. Further, the Mississippi River Headwaters is a mere 45 minutes from Bemidji.

For further information About BSU visit our website at http://www.bemidjistate.edu

Review a "special report on how this former lumber town has rebuilt itself as a high-speed, regional center of enterprise" at Bemidji 2.0

Other Resources:

• Visit Bemidji - https://www.visitbemidji.com/
• 218 Relocate / Greater Bemidji - https://www.218relocate.com/
• Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce - https://www.bemidji.org/
• Explore Minnesota - https://www.exploreminnesota.com/article/top-things-to-do-bemidji

Statement of Notice

Bemidji State University prohibits discrimination and sexual violence of any kind. Contact the Title IX Coordinator if you have concerns regarding discrimination and/or sexual violence. Per Minnesota State System Procedure 1B.3.1, all universities and colleges must provide contact information of their Title IX Coordinator.

Megan Zothman, Campus Human Resources Officer & Title IX Coordinator

Email: TitleIX@bemidjistate.edu or Megan.Zothman@BemidjiState.edu

Phone: (218) 755-2502

1500 Birchmont Drive NE, Deputy Hall, Room 335, Bemidji, MN 56601

Benefits Info

For information regarding benefits: For information regarding benefits: https://www.bemidjistate.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits-and-retirement/

This position is included in the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) bargaining unit. A copy of the contract can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2024-022-BSU Number of Vacancies 1 Re-posting Desired Start Date 07/15/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 04/22/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial review of applications will begin on Wednesday, May 15th, so applications should be submitted by that time for guaranteed consideration.

Accept Applications Yes Posting Contact Mary Miller at 218-755-2084 or mary.miller@bemidjistate.edu Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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