Accountabilities: The Men's Ice Hockey – Goalie Coach – (Assistant Coach)/Director of Operations is responsible for the execution of specific strategic activities and outcomes within Men's Ice Hockey. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas:
Adhering to Head Coach's philosophy Program operations and administration as designated by head coach Athletic instruction/coaching This position will manage all non-coaching aspects of the sport program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Manage all aspects of team and staff recruiting travel including arranging flights, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, team per diem and trip itineraries. Reconciliation of team and staff travel expenses following University and Athletics Business Office policies and procedures. Manage procurement and purchasing for the program including negotiation with vendors (hotel, caters, transportation, etc.) for all program functions Manage elements of budget for which they have oversight (e.g., travel, equipment, casual wage personnel) and make independent decision within approved fiscal year budget Manage all aspects of official and unofficial campus visits of prospect student-athletes; booking travel and hotel accommodations when applicable and submitting required compliance documentation. Work collaboratively with executive team members on the execution of game competition contracts, both home and away games. Serve as sport liaison with the Athletics Administration for personnel and payroll issues. Develop and coordinate program correspondence to key constituents including donors, alumni, parents, and prospective student-athletes. Work collaboratively with the communications and creative services unit on social media strategy and presence for the program. Maintain confidential and routine records, such as financial aid records, NLI forms, budget reports, compliance forms, procurement documents, competition forms and student-athlete class schedules. This position will also serve as the Men's Ice Hockey program's third assistant coach, specifically coaching the goalie position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Game tape exchange; Assist in oversight of student-athlete development, such as monitoring academic progress, participation in community service, and support of overall well-being; Execute scouting, film preparation, and competition preparation (e.g. film breakdown, use of appropriate video-editing software, etc.); Maintain appropriate NCAA /institutional recruiting certification to support team recruitment strategy; Attendance at all required department and compliance educational meetings; and Other duties as assigned by the coaches and sports administration team. Accountable for maintaining personal compliance with all relevant governing bodies to include:
NCAA Patriot League Athletic Department; and University Policies. Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes.
Professional Experience/Qualifications: 2 years of experience in coaching and/or director of operations experience in the sport of hockey. Experience in playing and/or coaching hockey goalies at a high level. Proven competitive success. Preferred Qualifications: 2-5 years of collegiate coaching and/or operations experience in the sport of hockey. Previous experience (playing or working) at an NCAA Division I institution. Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Other Information: Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA , ECAC , and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA , ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. Without limiting remedies otherwise available to the university, if you are found to be in violation of any NCAA , ECAC or Patriot League rules, you may be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in relevant NCAA , league or conference disciplinary and/or enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repeated violations.
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