Assistant Ice Hockey Coach (Goaltending and Operations)

Williams College is seeking a committed and knowledgeable Assistant Ice Hockey Coach with a focus in Goaltending and Hockey Operations to join our staff for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The successful candidate will work with the men’s and women’s hockey programs, supporting both teams in all aspects of team operations and performance, with an additional area of responsibility in goaltender training and development.

This position is a 6-month, 40-hour per week position with a salary of $23,400, and comes with a full meal plan. This role is fully benefitted and also provides full tuition remission of graduate school coursework after six months of employment.

The Williams ice hockey teams have enjoyed considerable success in recent years, with both teams qualifying for the NCAA Championship this past season. The women’s team earned an at-large bid into the tournament and finished the season with a #5 national ranking, while the men’s team won the NESCAC Championship, beating the eventual National Champion in the semifinal game. The Ephs have enjoyed success on and off the ice, with many players earning individual accolades including All-Conference, All-American and All-Academic honors.

Williams College is committed to building a broadly diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches in all areas, including:
• Plan and lead goalie-specific development sessions and practice components
• Deliver technical and tactical instruction tailored to individual goaltenders
• Conduct video review and performance analysis for goalies
• Track goalie progress, workload, and performance trends throughout the season
• Integrate goaltenders effectively into team systems and defensive structure
• Assist the staffs in the planning and execution of practices, games, skills, video and goalie specific activities and personal development

Williams College is seeking a committed and knowledgeable Assistant Ice Hockey Coach with a focus in Goaltending and Hockey Operations to join our staff for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The successful candidate will work with the men’s and women’s hockey programs, supporting both teams in all aspects of team operations and performance, with an additional area of responsibility in goaltender training and development.

This position is a 6-month, 40-hour per week position with a salary of $23,400, and comes with a full meal plan. This role is fully benefitted and also provides full tuition remission of graduate school coursework after six months of employment.

The Williams ice hockey teams have enjoyed considerable success in recent years, with both teams qualifying for the NCAA Championship this past season. The women’s team earned an at-large bid into the tournament and finished the season with a #5 national ranking, while the men’s team won the NESCAC Championship, beating the eventual National Champion in the semifinal game. The Ephs have enjoyed success on and off the ice, with many players earning individual accolades including All-Conference, All-American and All-Academic honors.

Williams College is committed to building a broadly diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches in all areas, including:
• Plan and lead goalie-specific development sessions and practice components
• Deliver technical and tactical instruction tailored to individual goaltenders
• Conduct video review and performance analysis for goalies
• Track goalie progress, workload, and performance trends throughout the season
• Integrate goaltenders effectively into team systems and defensive structure
• Assist the staffs in the planning and execution of practices, games, skills, video and goalie specific activities and personal development
• Provide support during home games for each team including communication, adjustments, video, player and equipment management
• Administrative office duties and support for all team operations
• Other duties as assigned by head coach

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and collegiate competing and/or coaching experience required
• Experience working specifically with goaltenders is desired
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively preferred
• Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA and NESCAC rules
• Self-motivated and possess the ability to recruit, teach, and coach highly talented scholar-athletes who can succeed in a challenging academic environment
• Valid driver's license is required

The comprehensive benefits package for the Goalie Coach / Hockey Operations position includes:

• Annual Salary: $23.400
• Benefits: Fully benefitted, including health insurance coverage from day one and a full meal plan
• Educational Investment: Tuition remission available after 6 months of employment

To prepare for the season & academic year, the anticipated start date for this position is the beginning of October, 2026.

Application review will begin June 12, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Including a cover letter detailing your collegiate playing and/or coaching experience is recommended in addition to your resume.

Please visit careers.williams.edu to apply.

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu.

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