Ice Hockey Club Assistant Coach (Part-Time)

ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE:

Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College’s unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ’s designation as “New Jersey’s Public Liberal Arts College” by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College’s commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.

Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 52 bachelor’s degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College’s exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master’s degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience.  Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State’s top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a “Military Friendly College” in Victory Media’s Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others. 

This is a part-time position and hours of work and days will be defined by supervisor.  Evening and weekend work is required as job duties demand.

Pay: $2,500

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Intramurals Coordinator, is responsible for the successful operation, coordination, management, evaluation and supervision of all aspects of the Ice Hockey program. This includes supervising all practices and contests, recruiting academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, and conducting all activities within the rules and regulations of Ramapo College.

DUTIES:

• Primary responsibility is instructing / teaching our student-athletes how to perform sports specific skills of ice hockey. 
• Supervise all practices and contests.
• Conduct all activities within the rules and regulations established by Ramapo College, the ACHA, NCAA, and other conferences.
• Monitor the academic progress of the ice hockey team.
• Supervise and coordinate with the Director of Intramurals the timely submission of rosters, eligibility forms, practice schedules, athletes’ evaluations, and end-of-season evaluations.
• Raise funds as necessary and coordinates with the Director of Intramurals and the Assistant Athletic Director, Finance and Operations.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, and assist in setting up game/field equipment.
• Have knowledge of and ability to instantly implement Athletics’ Emergency Medical Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
• Serves as Athletic Facilities Supervisor when necessary
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and evenings as needed
• Meet with the Director of Intramurals and the Assistant Athletics Director, Finance and Operations bi-weekly to discuss progress and problems.
• Ensures that dance team comply with all safety requirements as set forth by Ramapo College and ACHA.
• Ensures that ice hockey team comply with all rules.
• Plans team skills development.
• Incorporates and builds team morale.
• Prepares for competition.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Serves as Athletic Facilities Supervisor when necessary
• Note:  Must be accountable for knowing and following all the policies and procedures in the Ramapo Coaches Handbook

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have at least two years experience coaching high school or college teams.
• Must demonstrate ability to recruit and retain dance team members.
• Must be willing to support the needs of the program and be flexible with scheduling.
• Must be able to communicate objectively with team.
• Requires a commitment to excellence on game day.
• Helps in mentoring the ice hockey team.
• Commitment to Division III philosophy of athletics.

EDUCATION:   Bachelor's Degree

EXPERIENCE:  Successful collegiate or high school coaching experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:  

Must demonstrate excellent leadership, organization, communication and interpersonal skills, as well as computer skills.

First Aid / CPR / AED Certified

EEO STATEMENT:

Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and diversity programs. Ramapo’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.