Women’s Hockey Club Sports Coach

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Position Information

Position Title Women’s Hockey Club Sports Coach

Department Student Activities/College Center -Group

Pay Type Exempt

Appointment Type (A) Continuing Part-Time

Hours Per Week 4-12

Number of weeks Other (Benefits Ineligible)

other - # of weeks 35

Benefits Eligible No Benefits

Geographical Regional

Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement Yes

Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Student Engagement and in cooperation with

team leadership, the coach develops and implements all on ice instruction and strategy for the

Club Hockey Program at Connecticut College. Connecticut College is a part of the American

Collegiate Hockey Association ( ACHA ) and plays in the American Conference of the Northeast

Collegiate Hockey Association. The team practices two nights and week at Dayton Ice Arena in

New London, CT.

The level of responsibility includes not only areas specific to the sport, but also a responsibility

to the holistic well-being of the student-athletes involved. The outcomes of the program will be

measured not only by the conventional means of measuring athletic success, but also by the

ability of the coach to fulfill the mission of the College. This will be demonstrated in part by the

mentoring of student-athletes to develop the wisdom and maturity necessary for positive

citizenship and leadership.

Length of employment is for the duration of the club hockey season, September-April, with an

average of 4-12 hours of practice and game instruction per week, not including travel and other

commitments. This is a stipend position of $3,000 per season.

General Duties and Responsibilities

1. Instruct all aspects of on ice activity, including organization and direction of team

practices, game coaching, and other duties appropriate to the program and the

development of the student athletes.

1. Actively collaborate with team captains to design practice plans, instruct drills, oversee

game strategies, and participate in all games and practices.

1. Work with the club’s executive board on scheduling and fundraising initiatives to provide

a well-rounded experience for team members.

1. Develop and maintain discipline within the program, making referrals to the Office of

Student Engagement when appropriate.

1. Develop and maintain a professional and active relationship with co-workers, faculty and

staff, administration, alumni, friends of the college, and trustees.

1. Knowledgeable of, and adheres to, the rules and regulations of the NCAA , ACHA ,

NECHA , and any other applicable governing body.

1. Adheres to all policies of the Connecticut College student organization handbook and

the employee handbook.

Education and Skills

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

In order to fully perform the above functions, the incumbent must possess the following

knowledge, skills and abilities, or demonstrate that the major responsibilities of the job can be

accomplished, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and

abilities.

1. First-Aid, CPR , AED , & Blood Borne Pathogen certifications (must receive within 90 days

of starting)

1. Effective leadership skills and motivational abilities with highly successful mentoring

experiences.

1. Strong desire to work with and relate to student-athletes.

2. Sound administrative ability with emphasis on organization.

3. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

4. Positive style of leadership.

5. Willingness to travel for away games.

6. Sensitivity to cultural differences.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Previous collegiate hockey coaching experience is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Driving Required Yes

Salary Range $3000/Stipend

Note

Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity.

Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 10/19/2026

Applications accepted through

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes

• No

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?

• Yes

• No