Website Purdue Northwest University
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 near Chicago. 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. Purdue Northwest has approximately 9,000 students and offers more than 70-degree programs at the baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. Purdue Northwest Athletics consists of 530 student athletes and 22 sports competing in NCAA Division II, Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and the American Collegiate Hockey Association. Intercollegiate athletic teams are fielded in men’s and women’s ice hockey, baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, women’s flag football, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, men’s and women’s track and field, softball, stunt, and women’s volleyball. For more information on the Purdue University Northwest athletics program please go to PNWathletics.com. Academically, PNW student-athletes have achieved 21 consecutive semesters with a combined GPA of 3.0 or above. Athletically, PNW has secured 20 championships since moving to NCAA Division II in 2016-17.
Position Summary
Purdue University Northwest Women’s Ice Hockey is looking for a passionate, motivated and knowledgeable Assistant Coach to support the development and growth of our program. This position will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of team operations including: on-ice instruction, practice planning, player development, recruiting, and game-day preparations. The ideal candidate brings strong hockey knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to building a competitive and positive team culture.
Responsibilities
● Assist with planning and leading on ice practices
● Support individual student-athlete development both on and off the ice
● Assist with video breakdown, pre scouting and team meetings
● Promote a positive, disciplined team first culture
● Communicate professionally with student-athletes, families, staff and other coaches
● Support recruiting efforts
● Assist with travel coordination and day to day team operations
● Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes
● Other duties as assigned
Schedule
On ice practice 3 days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 11a-12p CST in Hammond Indiana. Games are typically on Friday & Saturday evenings
Compensation
Pay will be determined based on experience and qualifications.
Reply with resume, references and coaching philosophy to: nhornbuc@pnw.edu
To apply for this job email your details to nhornbuc@pnw.edu