Assistant Coach – Men’s Ice Hockey

• Serves as a critical leader in fostering a campus culture in which differences are embraced and works to advance the University’s mission of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to recruit highly qualified prospective student-athletes who demonstrate the potential to be successful academically and productive contributors to the men’s ice hockey program.
• Mentor and monitor student-athlete development; ensuring academic and athletic success, citizenship, sportsmanship and positive values.
• Responsible for competition strategy, event day coaching, and practice preparation in accordance with NCAA and Conference regulations.
• Assist with maintaining the program’s operating budget and the development and implementation of a fundraising strategic plan.
• Maintain relationships with all facets of the Department of Athletics, including the athletic training/strength and conditioning staff, compliance coordinator, athletic media relations staff, home events coordinator and all other staff members responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Department of Athletics.
• Promote the Department of Athletics and men’s ice hockey program through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
• Ensure compliance with all policies, rules and regulations set forth by Long Island University, the athletics department and the NCAA.

Qualifications:

• Successful candidate must have a bachelor's degree and previous coaching experience.
• Candidates should also possess an enthusiasm for working with individual athletes, a strong men’s ice hockey background, excellent oral and written communication skills, a solid work-ethic, and a commitment to NCAA rules.
• Strong computer skills are a plus.