Associate Coach, NTDP

Job Title: Associate Coach

Department: National Team Development Program, located in Plymouth, Mich.

Reports To: Head Coach

Basic Function: Assist in development and training of elite-level athletes within USA Hockey's National Team Development Program.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, design and execution of both on- and off-ice practices and skill sessions in conjunction with head coach.

• Execute in-game coaching duties as assigned by head coach.

• Assist in planning, organizing and running effective, high-tempo practices.

• Assist Head Coach in designing and implementing individualized player development plans

• Contribute to system work and special teams

• Organize and plan general skill development in conjunction with Head Coach and staff

• Help schedule, plan and run team meetings and events.

• Conduct opponent pre-scouts, including system breakdown and player summaries.

• Conduct regular meetings with players to review development utilizing video from multiple sources

• Build and maintain strong relationships with players, parents and host families

• Assist academic advisor in regulating school attendance, grades, and school policies.

• Travel as required, including with teams and for player evaluation purposes

• Other responsibilities to include work at USA Hockey summer training programs in Plymouth and USA Hockey Festivals

Qualifications:

Required:

• 3+ Years of coaching experience is preferred.

• Playing experience at the junior, collegiate or professional level preferred.

• Computer literate, included experience with Microsoft Office suite.

• Experience with video editing equipment and software, preferably XOS systems.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Ability to work with varied constituency, including USA Hockey staff and volunteers.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary: Commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, 75 hours vacation, personal time, sick time, and 403B with 4% match after six months.

Availability: Immediate

Application Procedure: To apply, submit a letter of application, current resume and list of three references to (no phone calls, please):

Human Resources Director

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