Responsible for the total organization and administration of the intercollegiate Division I Men's Ice Hockey program. Duties include but are not limited to budget preparation and expenditures, team travel arrangements and practice schedules. Develop and prepare the competition, tournament and travel schedules for the team. Plan, conduct and coach practices, competitions and tournaments, provide technical analysis and instruction; evaluate individual performances during practice and competitions, provide feedback. Insure compliance with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA), and the University.
Direct the search, selection, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically prepared student athletes who will meet academic and athletic expectations of the NCAA, WCHA, the Department of Athletics and the University. Provide a positive atmosphere conducive to the moral, academic and athletic growth of each student athlete. Serve as a mentor to the student athlete to promote success as a student and athlete. Meet with the student athlete on a regular basis to evaluate progress and provide direction. Maintain contact with prospective student athletes via email, telephone, letter.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate men's ice hockey coaching staff including assistant coach(es), graduate assistant(s), volunteer assistants and team manager(s).
Oversee and manage fundraising activities, community outreach programs and club activities to promote men's ice hockey as an integral part of the University's goals and the community. Develop and foster effective relationships with the hockey community, Blueliners Booster Club, UAA faculty and staff as well as the print and electronic media. Participate in booster sponsored fundraising activities.
Assist with other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
