Assistant Coach Men’s Ice Hockey

Nazareth University Men’s Ice Hockey Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in leading our NCAA Division III program. The Assistant Coach will have a passion for the sport and a commitment to fostering the development of student-athletes both on and off the field.

Essential Functions:

• Recruitment & Retention: Identify and recruit talented student-athletes who embody the university’s values and have the potential to succeed academically and athletically.
• Coaching & Development: Assist in planning and conducting team practices, providing individual and group instruction, and developing game strategies.
• Game-Day Preparation: Support all aspects of game-day operations, including scouting opponents, preparing game plans, and managing equipment and logistics.
• Team Management: Enforce team and school policies, ensuring student-athletes adhere to NCAA Division III, Empire Eight Conference (or applicable conference), and university regulations.
• Community Engagement: Participate in fundraising, alumni relations, and community outreach activities to promote the program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Prior coaching or playing experience at the collegiate level.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills; proficiency with technology used in recruiting and coaching.