Premier Club Men's Hockey Head Coach

Position Summary: 

Reporting to the Director of Premier Club Sports, the Premier Hockey Head Coach oversees all aspects of the college’s Premier Club Hockey program, providing leadership, organization, and instruction to student-athletes. This position supports the educational mission of the University by fostering student development, teamwork, and sportsmanship within a competitive environment. Main responsibilities include recruiting, securing a complete team roster, team management, fundraising, and budget management. Being competitive and goal oriented is essential. Promotes a positive team culture emphasizing respect, accountability, and enhancing the student’s overall college experience.  Serves as a mentor, models professional behavior, and represents the University in a positive manner at all times.  This position will require working occasional evenings and weekends for practices and games.

Essential Functions: 

• Recruit and secure a full team roster as determined appropriate by the Director.    Participate in Enrollment Management events and activities such as CU Sundays, Admitted Student Days, campus visits, etc.
• Oversee team administration, including but limited to communicating with regional/national organizations; arranging practices, competitions, and travel, budgeting, fundraising, and securing sponsorships.
• Coach team members on site: plan and lead practices; create strategies; provide individual and team feedback; mentor students in good sportsmanship; travel with team.
• Ensure safety of team members: follow university policies and procedures; 
• Attend meetings and collaborate with campus groups and organizations as needed. 
• Commitment to the mission of Creighton University, collegiate premier club sports and student development.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• Prior playing or coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.
• Understanding of college recruitment practices.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with programs outlined in position summary.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends for practices and games.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Licenses/Certifications: 

• CPR, First Aid, AED instructor certification required (or willingness to obtain within first 60 days of employment)
• Ability to obtain any required certifications and training associated with said sport.