Assistant Men's Hockey Coach

Position Overview:

The assistant men’s hockey coach is responsible for assisting the head men’s hockey coach in all aspects of running a NCAA Division I men’s hockey program by developing and implementing training sessions, practices and game plans, educating and coaching student-athletes, and supporting student-athletes in their personal, academic and athletic development at Merrimack College. This position reports directly to the head men’s hockey coach and is responsible for assisting in all phases of the program in accordance with NCAA Division I, Hockey East, MAAC, and Merrimack College rules, regulations and policies.

Position Responsibilities:

• Serve as the main contact for the Director of Hockey role.

  • Coordinate all travel for the team

  • Coordinate all meals for the team home and away

  • Point of contact for the Coach Co. Bus company

• Supervise the Equipment staff and monitor the Equipment Budget

• Point of contact for Hockey East

• Point of contact for software companies (INSTAT, HUDL, Catapult)

• Track Class schedules and classroom performance

• Create the pre-scout of upcoming opponent

• Assist in all On Campus recruiting

• Assist staff on ice

• Assist Head Coach in all operations of the program both on and off the ice

• Recruiting through the use of our software

• Know by Christmas the top few players on each Atlantic, CCHA, and ECAC team

• Develop a CHL list. That will allow us to be first on players who may be eligible

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

• 1-2 years of previous coaching experience

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics

• Knowledge of video editing and production

• Commitment to supporting the academic success and overall well-being of student- athletes

• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent administrative and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and complete tasks by established deadlines

• Collegiate hockey playing experience is preferred.

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desire to be a more diverse, equitable and inclusive institution of higher learning.

• Resume

• Contact information for three professional references

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Vaccinations and Work Location

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the August