Union College, a highly selective liberal arts institution located in Schenectady, New York is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach of Women’s Ice Hockey. Union College is an NCAA multi-classified institution that sponsors 26 intercollegiate sports. Ice Hockey competes in Division I ECAC Hockey, and 24 sports compete in the Division III Liberty League.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Sports Management, Physical Education or related degree and/or equivalent professional experience is required, master’s degree strongly preferred. Evidence of at least two years successful ice hockey coaching experience preferred; Demonstrated ability to recruit quality student-athletes; Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication and computer skills. Candidates must have an understanding of NCAA rules and regulations, along with a philosophy compatible with a liberal arts college with highly selective academic standards. Candidate must be able to work with successfully with a diverse group of individuals.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Head Coach in all phases of the women’s ice hockey program including but not limited to
• Coaching practices and games
• Recruiting prospective student-athletes
• Student-athlete development
• Ensuring academic success of student-athletes
• Practice and game planning, rules and compliance

The College is committed to excellence in academics and athletics, diversity and a well-balanced, broad based intercollegiate athletics program dedicated to the concept of the student-athlete. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. First consideration will be given to those applications received by June 30.  Only online applications will be accepted. Please find the ad for this position at http://jobs.union.edu and follow the submission instructions.

Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity.