Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

Overview and Responsibilities

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is seeking candidates who are eager to contribute to its Lasallian Catholic mission of awakening, nurturing, and empowering learners to ethical lives of service and leadership. We invite individuals to help transform lives through education, inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition’s quest to understand the human experience through faith and reason and its embrace of all who are dedicated to learning from one another through authentic conversations in search of the truth. We are especially interested in and give preference to candidates who demonstrate a vision to create and nurture initiatives that will advance our mission within the scope of their duties and who will foster a culture of dialogue that, with respect for all people, supports the search for meaning and purpose in pursuit of excellence.

Job Summary

Leading a competitive NCAA Division III women’s ice hockey program that aligns with the University mission, fosters academic and competitive success, and adheres to the NCAA Division III philosophy. Responsible for the administration and development of the program.  Develops budget, schedule, travel and equipment needs. 

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000  

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Work within the university mission to provide a competitive, unique, and memorable collegiate athletic experience for student-athletes.
• Instruct and observe student-athletes in individual and team skills.
• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes within the scope of MIAC, NCAA, and university guidelines as well as reaching annual recruiting goals.
• Monitor team and individual academic success and degree completion.
• Maintain a program compliant with NCAA, MIAC, and university rules and guidelines.
• Build, develop, and maintain contacts and relations with athletic alumni, high school and club coaches and benefactors.
• Partner with the development office to raise funds for the program in conjunction with university, department, MIAC, NCAA guidelines.
• Oversee all necessary administrative responsibilities for the program including budget management and prompt submissions of expenses.
• Coordinate, supervise and mentor assistant coaches.
• Perform secondary duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications

Experience and Education Requirements

• A relevant bachelor’s degree required, master's degree preferred.
• Experience with competitive coaching at the high school, collegiate, and/or club level required. 
• This 12-month position requires regular travel and the ability to work nights and weekends.
• May consider other acceptable equivalent combinations of training and experience.

Essential Knowledge & Skills

• Effectively instruct players on the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
• Possesses outstanding communication skills and is able to work with numerous internal staff and constituents.
• Leadership, Culture building, and motivational abilities.
• Highly effective recruiting skills.
• Work cooperatively with athletic conference peers and officials.
• Uphold the marketing brand and positive image of Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.
• Observes safety guidelines and follows safety procedures established by the university.

Physical Demands

• Medium work. Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Physical Hazards – Health and Safety Concerns

• Driving
• Extreme climate (Hot/Cold)

Application Requirements

Apply online at https://www.smumn.edu/about/offices-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota believes inclusion and human dignity contributes to a robust academic and work environment and is critical to achieving the University's mission in an increasingly diverse society. Individuals with expertise and diverse skills from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The successful candidate must support, respect, and advance the mission of Saint Mary's University as a Lasallian Catholic institution.

Saint Mary’s offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending, retirement pension plan, and both undergraduate and graduate tuition remission plans.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000