Assistant Women's Hockey Coach

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Women's Hockey Coach position within the department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

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The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
• Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

The budget for this role is $55,000. 

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The University of St. Thomas, a NCAA Division I institution and proud member of WCHA, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to serve as the Assistant Coach for the Women’s Ice Hockey program. The successful candidate will assist in all aspects of the program, including on-ice coaching, player development, recruitment, academic support, video analysis, and administrative duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Recruiting

• Identify and evaluate prospective student-athletes domestically and internationally. Cultivate and maintain relationships with recruits, families, and club/high school coaches. Coordinate recruiting visits and adhere to NCAA compliance guidelines.

2. Student-athlete development and mentorship

• Assist in the planning and execution of practices and game strategies. Provide individual skill instruction and feedback to student-athletes. Support strength and conditioning efforts in collaboration with performance staff.

3. Administrative

• Assist with daily administrative duties for all aspects of the program. Contribute to the management and requesting of program annual operating budget. Review and evaluate practice and game video and prepare scouting reports.

4. Team building, game and practice planning

• Assist with organizing, administering, and supporting team building, practice planning, and game planning. Preparations involving video breakdown and analysis. Maintain practice records in accordance with NCAA and conference guidelines.

5. Other duties as assigned by head coach

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Three years of relevant coaching and/or playing experience, preferably at a Division I institution or at the professional level

• Experience to include knowledge of NCAA rules and regulation
• DMV background check

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct coaching experience or Division I / professional playing experience as a goalie

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.