Men's Club Hockey Assistant Coach

Job Description Department: Club Sports - JM Pay Rate Type: Hourly Employee Type: Job Summary: DO NOT APPLY TO THIS POSITION UNLESS INSTRUCTED TO BY A MEMBER OF COLBY COLLEGE. Colby is a member of the American Collegiate Hockey Association. This is an in-season, part-time appointment without benefits. The Men’s Club Hockey Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Men’s Club Hockey Head Coach. The Men’s Club Hockey Assistant Coach is responsible for preparing the Men’s Club Hockey athletes for competition by teaching the game’s rules and strategies. This position provides development of game plans, improving player skills, and monitors the safety of the Men’s Club Hockey athletes. This position manages team practices, strength and conditioning, game matches and duties assigned. This position will also aid in travel and lodging for the club. The hiring rate for this position is $21.86 per hour. Essential Functions And Responsibilities Plan training: Create practice and training sessions to improve player’s skillsEffectively collaborate and communicate with all student athletes, staff, and faculty both within the Department of Recreation and Athletics. Develop strategies to be able to compete competitivelyManage and lead the Men’s Club Hockey team on practice and match daysEvaluate and assess player’s abilities and weaknesses; Identify areas for improvementProvide feedback and analyze the performance of club athletes after practices and gamesMentor, counsel, and advise student athletesOversee and ensure trainings of club athletesCoordinate and implement injury prevention programs; minimize risk of injury through awareness, education, and prevention strategiesEnsure safety and well-being of student athletesStay informed of current trends within the pforessionComply with American Collegiate Hockey Association, and Colby College guidelinesMaintain a clean and safe treatment environmentUnderstand and implement all practice and daily operations in accordance with American Collegiate Hockey Association, compliance, and lawsServe as an effective role model for college-age studentsPerform additional duties as assigned; duties , responsibilities, and activities may chance at any time with little to no notice Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree is required, Master’s Degree is strongly preferredThree to five years of previous experienceAbility to travel with the club teamOrganizational and time management skills are essential, as its the ability to work effectively boat as part of a team and independentlyAttention to detail and accuracy is criticalProfessional conduct and appropriate handling of confidential information is requiredExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to be a reliable, responsible, and dependable to fulfill obligations necessary of the positionFirst Aid/CPR/AED certificationKnowledge of the game’s rules and strategiesStrong leadership skillsAbility to motivate and inspire playersAbility to communicate clearly with playersAbility to work under pressureAbility to make decisions based on experience and judgement Key Relationships This position reports directly to the Department of Recreation