Women's Hockey Operations Director/Assistant Coach

9849BR

Student Affairs

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Summary

The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-centered athletic experience through the pursuit of academic and athletic excellence, within a context of integrity and respect.  The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach for RIT Athletics supports the Division I Ice Hockey Team through the coordination of day-to-day operations, team logistics, equipment maintenance, and support services

This position reports directly to the Head Women’s Ice Hockey Coach and collaborates with athletic administration to ensure the safety, efficiency, and excellence of the ice hockey program. The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with the planning, development and the supervision of the RIT Women’s NCAA Division I Ice Hockey program.
The position requires a dedicated and detail-oriented professional who is responsible for strategic planning, budget oversight, and operational decision-making that directly impact the success of the women's hockey program. In addition, the position is responsible for directing and overseeing multiple critical functions, including the supervision and evaluation of student staff, development and execution of travel and equipment strategies, management of equipment maintenance and safety standards, and serving as the program’s lead video coordinator. The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach has authority to make independent operational decisions, set priorities, and implement best practices that align with institutional, departmental and NCAA standards. The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach is expected to adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to student-athlete development while maintaining compliance with university and NCAA policies.
This position demands exemplary ethical conduct, adherence to university, department, and NCAA rules and regulations, and a proven track record of success in coaching, hockey operations or related roles. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to student-athlete welfare are essential.
 

Job Responsibilities

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Women's Hockey Operations Director/Assistant Coach

9849BR

Student Affairs

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Summary

The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-centered athletic experience through the pursuit of academic and athletic excellence, within a context of integrity and respect.  The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach for RIT Athletics supports the Division I Ice Hockey Team through the coordination of day-to-day operations, team logistics, equipment maintenance, and support services

This position reports directly to the Head Women’s Ice Hockey Coach and collaborates with athletic administration to ensure the safety, efficiency, and excellence of the ice hockey program. The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with the planning, development and the supervision of the RIT Women’s NCAA Division I Ice Hockey program.
The position requires a dedicated and detail-oriented professional who is responsible for strategic planning, budget oversight, and operational decision-making that directly impact the success of the women's hockey program. In addition, the position is responsible for directing and overseeing multiple critical functions, including the supervision and evaluation of student staff, development and execution of travel and equipment strategies, management of equipment maintenance and safety standards, and serving as the program’s lead video coordinator. The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach has authority to make independent operational decisions, set priorities, and implement best practices that align with institutional, departmental and NCAA standards. The Director of Player & Team Operations/Assistant Ice Hockey Coach is expected to adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to student-athlete development while maintaining compliance with university and NCAA policies.
This position demands exemplary ethical conduct, adherence to university, department, and NCAA rules and regulations, and a proven track record of success in coaching, hockey operations or related roles. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to student-athlete welfare are essential.
 

Job Responsibilities

• Coaching & Recruiting:

  • Builds relationships with players to provide mentorship, guidance, and support both on and off the field/court.
  • Coaches and instructs student athletes during practices and on game day in how to perform their sport such as proper skills and instruction of fundamentals, physical health, team concepts, and safety.
  • Support the overall physical conditioning needs of student-athletes in conjunction with the head coach and strength & conditioning staff.
  • Conducts player evaluations and develop plans to enhance the student-athlete experience.

• Recruiting:

  • Assist the head coach with the development and implementation of recruiting plan, associated strategy and maintain a database of prospective student-athletes in coordination with the office of enrollment management.

• Equipment & Supplies Oversight:

  • Leads procurement strategy and vendor negotiations for team equipment and apparel, ensuring compliance with university and NCAA standards.
  • Maintain regular audits to ensure compliance and fiscal responsibility.

• Team Travel Logistics:

  • Designs and oversees all team travel logistics, independently determining itineraries, vendors, and scheduling in collaboration with athletics administrators.

• Budget Management:

  • Holds primary responsibility for managing and reconciling assigned budget lines, approving expenditures, and ensuring fiscal accountability.

• Player Safety Oversight:

  • Assist with monitoring and supporting player safety and well-being during on- and off-ice activities.
  • Identify and report concerns to coaching or medical staff as needed.
  • Exercises discretion in identifying risks and implementing corrective measures to protect student-athlete well-being.

• Liaison Duties & Game Day Support:

  • Serve as key point of contact for visiting teams and officials.
  • Assist in hosting and providing operational support during home events.

• Video Coordination:

  • Serve as primary video coordinator. Record, organize, and distribute video footage from practices and games.
  • Work with coaching staff on video breakdown and analysis.

• Equipment Maintenance & Skate Sharpening:

  • Oversee all aspects of protective equipment maintenance & skate sharpening.

• Student Staff Supervision:

  • Responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating 2–5 student staff.
  • Holds authority for delegating responsibilities, setting performance expectations, and recommending personnel actions.

• Professional Development & Committee Participation:

  • Participate in department and institutional professional development opportunities and serve on relevant committees.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or an Associate’s Degree with equivalent experience

Experience - A minimum of 3-5 years of previous ice hockey experience at the collegiate or professional level (playing, coaching or managing)

Skills Required - Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in operational decision-making - Proven leadership in managing projects, budgets, or personnel - Proficiency in skate sharpening and equipment repair. - Experience coordinating travel logistics. - Knowledge of NCAA and AHA rules and regulations. - Strong organizational and time management skills. - Effective communication and leadership abilities. - Familiarity with video software (e.g., Hudl, XOS, or similar platforms). - Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).

PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy. (see Page 4)  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with video editing and tagging software.
• Experience in a collegiate or professional hockey environment.
• Skate profiling knowledge.

Work Location

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Wage Band

118A

FLSA Category

Exempt

Employment Category

Fulltime

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
 

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Hourly/Salary Minimum

45700

Hourly/Salary Maximum

76500

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