Position Title: Director-Hockey Operations
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Term of Assignment: Continuing
Term End Date, If Applicable:
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt = overtime eligible
Work Schedule: Traditionally Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with evening and weekend work required.
Salary: Targeted Salary Range: $39,200-$42,200
Travel: 10-25%
Brief Statement of Duties
Brief Statement of Duties: Coordinate the off-ice operational aspects of the hockey program under the general supervision of the head coach. Maintain and operate video editing equipment and software. Purchase, maintain and modify hockey equipment. Coordinate and purchase supplies for locker room. Hire, train and manage student staff. Plan, coordinate and execute team travel. Assist with hockey operating and travel budgets. Coordinate team practice facility schedule. Plan, coordinate and execute team meals. Facilitate visiting team requests and assist teams as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree
Discipline/Degree Area:
Required Specialized Training/Certifications:
Required Minimum Work Experience: Experience playing and/or coaching NCAA Division I intercollegiate hockey and/or USA Hockey Level 4 (or higher) coaching certification or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties:
Working knowledge of the XOS video system.
Working knowledge of Division I college hockey program operations.
Excellent organization and communication skills.
Ability to work well with coaches, student-athletes, staff and students.
Time management skills.
Active listening skills, e.g., giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Ability to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Ability to actively look for ways to help people.
Ability to negotiate with vendors to get the best price possible while keeping the University's best interests in mind.
Computer literacy in various computer software applications.
Ability to work irregular hours (nights, weekends, holidays and short notice situations).
Ability to work under stressful situations where timing is critical.
Ability to transport, setup and use video equipment and edit video.
Ability to supervise student staff.
Ability to travel.
Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not necessarily result in solving the problem, but in recognizing that there is a problem.
Additional Desirable Qualifications
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Experience in ice hockey instruction and officiating and working knowledge of all aspects of hockey.
Other
Special Instructions to Applicants: Submit application, cover letter, resume and references.
Contact Information: Erica Jean, Human Resources Generalist, 906-227-1087
NMU is an equal opportunity employer.
