Ice Hockey, Women's Head Coach, University of Saint Joseph

Job Description

Job Description

Head Coach – Women’s Ice Hockey

University of Saint Joseph | NCAA Division III | Program Launch : Fall 2026

The University of Saint Joseph (USJ), a vibrant and student-centered institution in West Hartford, Connecticut, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Women’s Ice Hockey program in Fall 2026. USJ is seeking a strategic and inspiring leader to serve as Head Coach and spearhead this exciting new initiative, building a competitive NCAA Division III program from the ground up.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the identity and culture of a brand-new team, recruit talented student-athletes, and build on the momentum of USJ’s championship success in Men’s Soccer, Men’s Lacrosse, and Men’s and Women’s Basketball. We’re excited to grow our team and expand our winning tradition in West Hartford.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Development : Lead the creation and strategic growth of the Women’s Ice Hockey program, laying the foundation for long-term success and competitiveness.
• Recruitment : Develop and execute a comprehensive recruiting strategy to attract high-quality student-athletes who embody USJ’s values.
• Training & Coaching : Design and implement training programs focused on skill development, conditioning, teamwork, and leadership.
• Team Culture : Foster a positive, inclusive, and empowering team environment that supports student-athlete growth on and off the ice.
• Facility Coordination : Collaborate with our facility partner, the International Skating Center of Connecticut (ISCC) in Simsbury, CT, to secure practice and competition space and maintain strong operational relationships.
• Compliance : Ensure full adherence to NCAA Division III regulations and USJ policies regarding eligibility, recruitment, and academic standards.
• Program Administration : Manage all aspects of program operations including budgeting, scheduling, staff development, fundraising, and coordination with athletic department leadership.
• Community Engagement : Serve as a visible ambassador for the program, engaging with campus, alumni, and the broader community to promote the team and its mission.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should apply through the USJ Career Center. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Join us in building something extraordinary—grow the Flock and help launch Women’s Ice Hockey at the University of Saint Joseph in Fall 2026!

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements and description of the work environment are representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity Approximate Percentage of Time Spent in this Activity

(Minimal, Some, Substantial)

Substantial

Some

Substantial

Substantial

Some

Some

Some

Substantial

Substantial

Substantial

Demonstrate Lacrosse Skills

Substantial

Work Environment (a brief description)

The Athletic Department is a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Coaches and staff work an intensive schedule including evenings and weekends.