Assistant Coach Men's Hockey - Biddeford, United States - University of New England

Description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type
Professional Staff

Faculty Track

Position Title
Assistant Coach Men's Hockey

Employment Status
Full Time

Months
12

Campus
Biddeford, ME

Description

The Assistant Coach will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of planning, developing, and coaching the men's ice hockey within the rules of the University of New England and NCAA Division III rules and regulations. The assistant coach will assist with for the recruitment and development of student-athletes and for supporting a culture that is inclusive and offers a first-rate NCAA division III student-athlete experience.

This position is expected to demonstrate commitment to actively fostering a welcoming culture of inclusion and diversity, be an engaged member of the university community, show creativity, initiative, and willingness to participate, participate in department promotions and publicity events, and attend department and campus functions as requested, to serve as supervisor at home contests as necessary, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

About the University of New England
UNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site () for additional information regarding UNE's fantastic benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operations for the sport programs as directed by Head Coach in teaching and coaching.
• Effectively recruit a diverse range of prospective student-athletes to attend the University of New England.
• Assist with planning and implementing instructional practices that maximize the talent and potential of the student-athletes, while instilling values such as, sportsmanship, leadership and personal wellness.
• Function as a member of the department working together for common objectives and promote a positive image of the University. Demonstrate high integrity and ethical behavior. Be knowledgeable of, and abide by, all University policies, NCAA Division III policies, and conference requirements.
• Demonstrate creativity, initiative, willingness to participate within department, professional organizations, and among other departments on campus (ie: alumni, intercultural, student affairs, institutional advancement etc).
• Assist the head coach with equipment and uniform inventory, meal arrangements, travel plans, coordination of facility use, and other administrative functions.
• As a secondary administrative duty, contest management responsibilities outside of primary playing season and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Athletics.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required previous collegiate coaching experience preferred or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

• Must be willing to work nights and weekends and travel extensively
• Previous experience in related field
• Valid driver's license.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
2022PS0407P

Open Date
04/30/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes