Assistant Women's Hockey Coach

Summary of Position 

The Assistant Womens Hockey Coach assists the Head Coach with the organization and administration of all aspects of the sport program including coaching and training student-athlete retention advising mentoring and recruiting prospective student-athletes. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and development in hockey-specific skills team concepts physical conditioning and safety in both individual and team settings.
• Identify and recruit talented academically qualified prospective student-athletes aligned with the mission and values of the University.
• Support the holistic development of student-athletes through mentorship in personal growth academic success and life skills.
• Assist with planning and implementing practices and competitions conducting film analysis and facilitating team meetings.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring and supporting academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards.
• Assist with maintaining acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution.
• Assist with budget management fundraising travel planning and program organization.
• Assist with Alumni/parent communication and involvement including organizing events as appropriate.
• Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s).
• Assist with team camps and clinics.
• All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work is performed primarily in an indoor ice arena and athletic facilities with regular exposure to cold temperatures ice surfaces and high noise levels during practices and competitions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and assist with demonstrations practices recruiting activities and team operations.
• Evening and weekend work required. 
• Frequent local travel and occasional national travel.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree. 
• At least three (3) years of experience playing and/or coaching hockey. 
• Follow MIAC and NCAA Division III guidelines and regulations while exhibiting behavior that represents a positive image of the athletic program and the University.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree. 
• Experience recruiting student-athletes. 

Knowledge Skills Abilities

• Knowledge and adherence to the MIAC Code of Ethics.
• Integrity and leadership skills..
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to build and strengthen cross-campus relationships.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to be attentive to details be accurate be precise.
• Ability to lead/teach and mentor others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment; and work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to reason/analyze; maintain confidentiality; and demonstrate patience understanding.
• Ability to show initiative; organize workflow; manage one or more projects; and handle frequent interruptions.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for student-athletes from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Information :

Compensation & Benefits at Augsburg

• The compensation range is $40000 - $45000 annually DOQ. 

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including: 

• Medical dental and vision coverage
• A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees spouses and dependents and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Generous paid time-off including 14 paid holidays 12 sick days 2 community service days and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire
• Employer-paid STD LTD and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Equal Opportunity Statement

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender sexual orientation marital status gender identity race age disability religion national origin color or any other protected class.  

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race color creed religion gender age national origin familial status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status or public assistance status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: or email:

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time