Head Coach, Men’s Ice Hockey

Job Description

Position Summary

Wentworth Institute of Technology invites applications for the position of Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach. This full-time, 12-month administrative position provides leadership for all aspects of the University's NCAA Division III men's ice hockey program, including student-athlete development, competitive success, recruitment, program administration, and strategic planning. Consistent with Wentworth's strategic priorities of Inclusive Excellence, Transformative Student Experience, and High-Value Learning, the Head Coach creates an environment where students are challenged academically, athletically, and personally while representing Wentworth with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the University's mission and values.

The Head Coach serves as an educator, mentor, and leader who develops a culture of accountability, belonging, teamwork, competitive excellence, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for all aspects of the program while developing student-athletes, hiring, supervising, mentoring, and evaluating assistant coaches, collaborating with colleagues across the University, responsibly stewarding program resources, and strengthening relationships with alumni, supporters, and external partners in support of the long-term success of Wentworth Men's Ice Hockey.

Program Leadership & Administration

• The Head Coach provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all aspects of the NCAA Division III men's ice hockey program, establishing competitive goals, setting program expectations, and cultivating a positive, accountable, and student-centered team culture.

• The Head Coach oversees the day-to-day operations of the program, including:

  • planning and conducting practices;

  • preparing for competition;

  • developing game strategy;

  • scheduling contests;

  • coordinating team travel;

  • overseeing equipment management; and

  • evaluating program performance.

• The Head Coach manages the program budget, supports fundraising and alumni engagement initiatives, and fulfills all fiscal and administrative responsibilities in a timely and responsible manner.

• The Head Coach is responsible for recruiting, supervising, and mentoring a part-time assistant coaching staff by providing ongoing mentorship, regular feedback, and opportunities for professional development.

• Because Wentworth utilizes external athletic facilities for the Men’s Ice Hockey Program, the Head Coach develops and maintains productive relationships with FMC Ice Sports at the Allied Veterans Rink in Everett and other facility partners to ensure effective scheduling and operations.

Recruitment & Enrollment

• Recruitment at Wentworth is viewed as the foundational step of long-term student retention and success. The Head Men’s Ice Hockey Coach provides strategic leadership for recruiting and roster management that reflects the values of Wentworth Institute of Technology and the Wentworth Athletics Department.

• Working collaboratively with Enrollment Management and Athletics and Student Affairs leadership, the Head Coach develops and executes an annual recruiting strategy that supports institutional and program enrollment goals while identifying student-athletes who will thrive academically, socially, and competitively at Wentworth.

• The Head Coach is expected to cultivate relationships with prospects and their families, clearly articulating the unique value of a Wentworth education and the University's commitment to student success and professional development.

Student-Athlete Development

• Beyond competition, the Head Coach is committed to the holistic development of student-athletes by promoting academic success, leadership development, personal well-being, and competitive excellence. To achieve this, the Head Coach actively partners with cross-institutional colleagues to support student well-being, academic achievement, leadership development, personal accountability, and overall student success.

• Encourages student-athletes to engage fully in the academic, leadership, and co-curricular opportunities available through the University.

Departmental & Institutional Engagement

• Alongside primary coaching duties, full-time head coaches are assigned a secondary duty/administrative responsibility which are reviewed and assigned annually based on the candidate’s qualifications, seasonal responsibilities, and department needs.  

• Additionally, full-time head coaches support Athletics Department operations through game management responsibilities, conference and NCAA championship administration, and departmental signature events. 

• Serves as an active member of the Division of Student Affairs and the Athletics Department by contributing to divisional and departmental planning, committee work, collaborative initiatives, and a shared commitment to student-athlete success.

• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and departments across the University to support student success and advance departmental, divisional, and institutional priorities.

• Represents Wentworth Athletics and the University at institutional, conference, alumni, community, and professional events, serving as a positive ambassador for the athletics department and the University.

Compliance & Professional Responsibilities

• Maintains required certifications, completes mandatory institutional training, and fulfills administrative responsibilities in a timely manner.

• Ensures compliance with NCAA Division III legislation, Conference of New England policies, University policies, and all applicable federal and state regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Minimum of five years of demonstrated success coaching ice hockey, including progressive leadership responsibilities.

• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain academically qualified student-athletes.

• Valid driver’s license. 

• Demonstrated strong communication skills and experience building inclusive team environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

• Collegiate coaching experience, preferably at the NCAA level.

• Five to seven years of collegiate coaching experience with previous head coaching or significant assistant coaching leadership responsibilities.

Position Details

At this time, the university is unable to sponsor applicants for H-1B visas.

The job grade for this position is Grade 7.

The expected salary for this position is between $71,000.00 - $85,000.00 which reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role.

Required Application Materials: Resume and Cover Letter

Compensation and Benefits

Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees.

Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth

Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.

To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence.

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at [email protected].

E-Verify for Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)

Wentworth participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from your Form I-9 to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.