Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

University Profile

Part of the internationally respected Purdue University system, Purdue University Northwest offers world-class educational opportunities at an excellent value on two culturally diverse, student-centered campuses, located in Northwest Indiana and in close proximity to Chicago. Purdue Northwest has approximately 8,900 students and offers more than 70-degree programs at the baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. Purdue Northwest Athletics consists of 460 student athletes and 20 sports and is a member of the American Collegiate Hockey Association, NCAA Division II and the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Intercollegiate athletic teams are fielded in men’s ice hockey, baseball, men’s and women's basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, esports, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, men’s and women’s track & field, softball, and women’s volleyball. Purdue Northwest has recently developed new ice hockey, baseball, basketball, esports, softball, soccer, and tennis facilities. For more information on the Purdue University Northwest athletics program please go to PNWathletics.com

PNW sits between Chicago’s skyscrapers and Lake Michigan’s sandy shores. You can have all the perks of a world-class city just a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.

Duties and Responsibilities of Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

General Responsibilities - Serve as Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach develop the foundation for an American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) Division 1 team! Purdue Northwest will begin competition in the sport of Women’s Ice Hockey in the 2024-25 academic year. This position reports to the Director of Athletics. Plan, organize, recruit and develop the Women's Ice Hockey programs. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to academic oversight, fundraising, and coordinating of camps and coaching clinics.

• Oversee hockey program, responsible for the development of the ACHA Division 1 teams
• Assist with academic monitoring of student-athletes
• Construct competition schedule with approval of the Director of Athletics
• Assist the Director of Athletics with public relations and fundraising activities
• Direct summer camp
• Lead team travel
• Recruit prospective student-athletes
• Supervise Assistant Coaches
• Coach the Womens Ice Hockey Divsion I team in game competition in the ACHA. Direct daily practice during the prescribed season

Benefits of Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

• 10 paid holidays
• University contributions to Health Savings Account –
  • Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
• University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus
• Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives

For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a premier metropolitan university dedicated to empowering transformational change in our students and in our community. We offer two campuses serving approximately 8,900 students. At PNW, we value academic excellence, support growth, and celebrate diversity.

Education of Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Education, Fitness or related program is preferred

Experience of Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

• One year of ice hockey coaching experience required at the professional, college or high school level

Core Competencies of Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

• Ability to work across academic and administrative departments in a cooperative manner
• Must have strong team building/management skills
• Understanding of the student-athletes' commitment to academics
• Demonstrated experience in program development, management, and leadership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate collaborative efforts
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. frequently, and up to 20 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to interact with members of the public and media
• Ability to supervise regular and temporary staff
• As a part of the job responsibilities associated with this position, knowledge of rules and regulations set forth by the ACHA and conference should be maintained, reviewed and practiced to ensure compliance.

Additional Information

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.

Purdue University Northwest is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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