Women's Hockey Apprentice Assistant Coach (2026-NU-01)
UOWPOSITION TITLE: Women’s Hockey Apprentice Assistant Coach
DEPARTMENT: Athletics & Recreational Services
EFFECTIVE DATES: May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2028 (24-month contract)
The University of Windsor is situated on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations: the Ojibwa, the Odawa, and the Potawatomie. We respect the longstanding relationships with First Nations people in this place in the 100-mile Windsor-Essex peninsula and the straits – les détroits – of Detroit.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Director of Athletics and the Head Coach – Women’s Hockey, the women’s hockey apprentice coach position is intended to increase the performance of Lancer Women's Hockey and create sustainability in the program for long term success.
The apprentice coach will support the Women’s Hockey Head Coach in coaching, recruiting, training, and student-athlete development within the team. The Apprentice Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by the OUA and U SPORTS. This position is considered an integral component to our Athletics and Recreational Services Department, as we look to champion excellence, inspire students, and engage our communities.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
1. Coaching responsibilities as assigned by Head Coach
2. Assist with the recruitment of prospective student-athletes
3. Assist with overall season plan, weekly practice plans and team workouts
4. Develop game plans for varsity competition as assigned by Head Coach
5. Build alumni support and connections to support fundraising initiatives and events
6. Help coordinate community-based programs, including hockey camps and clinics
7. Develop positive and effective interpersonal relationships with the student-athletes
8. Monitor and support individual and team progress towards team goals
9. Travel to prospective games/events as a team representative
10. Other duties as assigned by Head Coach
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate must possess:
• Undergraduate degree
• Development 1 certification, or equivalent
• Minimum of five years of experience in women’s hockey as a player, coach and/or administrator
• Must have good written skills, verbal communication, effective organizational skills
• Identify as a female
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Prior coaching experience at the university or college level
• HP1 certified, or willing to complete by the end of year one
• Video software editing experience
• Lancer Women’s Hockey or U SPORTS Women’s Hockey Alumnus
Since 1963, the University of Windsor has been a forward-looking community that comes together to study, to learn, to teach, and to serve. Our symbol is the bridge; our vista is cross-border; our commitment is local; and our impact is global. We are a dynamic, inclusive community of higher learning with roots going back more than 160 years and with a future full of promise.
In pursuit of the University's commitment to employment equity, members from the designated groups including women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.
If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Talent & Workforce Team (employment@uwindsor.ca). Should you require further information on accommodation, please visit the website of the Office of Human Rights, Conflict Resolution and Mediation (OHRCRM).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in the University of Windsor, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Applications submitted through employment agencies will not be considered.