Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach

Albright College, a vibrant and growing institution, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head Coach to lead the start-up of its Men’s Ice Hockey program.

This is an exciting opportunity to build a program from the ground up, creating a foundation that will grow into a competitive force within NCAA Division III athletics. The Men’s Ice Hockey Coach will be responsible for developing and implementing all aspects of the program, including recruiting student-athletes, creating training plans, and overseeing day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Development: Establish and develop the Men’s Ice Hockey program at Albright College. Build a competitive team that can eventually meet NCAA Division III standards in terms of performance and sportsmanship.
• Recruitment: Identify and recruit talented student-athletes to the Men’s Ice Hockey program. Develop and execute a strategic recruiting plan to attract high-caliber athletes to Albright College.
• Training and Coaching: Design and implement effective training programs that emphasize technique, conditioning, and character development. Provide hands-on coaching during practice, competitions, and other team events.
• Team Building: Cultivate a positive and inclusive team culture that fosters student-athlete development both on and off the ice. Encourage leadership, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Facility Management: Work with our rink to ensure a healthy relationship.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with NCAA Division III standards, as well as institutional policies and regulations related to student-athlete eligibility, recruitment, and scholarships.
• Program Administration: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the ice hockey program, including budget management, scheduling, assistant coach professional development, fundraising and coordination with athletic department staff and administration.
• Community Engagement: Represent the hockey program within the Albright College community and the broader athletics community, promoting the team, recruiting efforts, and fundraising initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proven experience in coaching and/or competing at the collegiate level, preferably in ice hockey.
• Strong recruiting experience and ability to build a team and a program from the ground up.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor student-athletes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to the values of student-athlete development, academic success, and sportsmanship.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in coaching at the NCAA level.
• Strong connections in the ice hockey community for recruiting purposes.
• Ability to collaborate across departments to develop a cohesive and successful athletic program.

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should apply at albright.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.