Head Coach, Women's Ice Hockey

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Department:

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Locations:

Bristol, RI

Posted:

Feb 7, 2025

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time Regular

Ref. No.:

2732

Position ID:

185417

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About Roger Williams University:

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand.

Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and respect for all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation.

To learn more about Roger Williams University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please visit https://www.rwu.edu/who-we-are/diversity-equity-inclusion.

Job Description:

The Head Coach, Women's Ice Hockey & Event Manager is responsible for all aspects of all aspects of the management a successful NCAA Division III Women's Ice Hockey program.  The Head Coach is responsible for being a part of the Event Management Team for home Athletic Contests, out of their season. The Women's Ice Hockey program is conducted in accordance with all University, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Conference of New England (CNE) rules, regulations, and policies.

Coaching/Teaching Duties

• Teach and develop sport-specific skills in a successful, safe and prudent manner.
• Create, present, and maintain records of up-to-date lesson plans for pre-season/season practice drills and procedures detailing the desired goals to be achieved.
• Create a schedule of practice and game sessions, and conduct post game analysis and incorporate into practice plans.

Administrative Duties

• Conduct an ongoing recruitment program through a variety of methods, both on and off the ice with the goal to attract, select and encourage enrollment of high caliber student-athletes.
• Maintain records of up-to-date equipment inventory for future ordering.
• Initiate new ideas and methods to improve the program in support of the University goal of a successful conference record.

Additional Functions

• Fundraise for assigned program and coordinate and support fundraising efforts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a sports related discipline.
• Minimum two years' experience in sports coaching and knowledge of the fundamentals, tactics, and strategies of intercollegiate sports with the ability to recruit talented players for the program is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to function in a service and team-oriented environment.
• Ability to function independently, display strong attention to detail, work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and work collaboratively with a variety of individuals, University community including faculty, students, staff, parents and alumni. Ability to advise and motivate student-athletes.
• Must be able to travel as required.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Available to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and some holidays.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position

Additional Information:

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly.  TITLE IX COORDINATOR : Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu

Application Instructions:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

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