Lady Ducks Hockey Director

2 weeks ago


Irvine, California, United States The Rinks Foundation Full time
Lady Ducks Hockey Director Job Description

The Rinks Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lady Ducks Hockey Director to lead our youth hockey programs. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing programs that promote the growth and development of female hockey players.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement programs to promote the growth and development of female hockey players
  • Manage and oversee all Lady Ducks programming, including program oversight and personnel development
  • Direct scheduling of events, including team practices, try-outs, tournaments, and training camps
  • Oversee the try-out process and direct the formation of teams, including players, coaching assignments, and team manager selection
  • Manage all Tier 1 and Tier 2 applications
  • Oversee all Lady Ducks in Training programs and any IGF Girls' initiatives
  • Manage all program communication with the existing Lady Ducks community, alums, and future athletes
  • Work to secure additional funding or grants targeted at expanding the female player population
  • Maintain a consistent presence at events and assist programming when needed
  • Represent company values and enforce standards of service
  • Oversee program registration process and administration
  • Conduct coach & player clinics
  • Manage the mentorship program for emerging coaches
  • Oversee 6u-12u teams, players, and coaches
  • Develop and implement policies and long-range plans for the organization
  • Represent the Lady Ducks at Regional and National Player Development Camps, National Championships, USA Hockey Conferences, District/National Boards, and Committees
  • Serve as a liaison between The Lady Ducks and USA Hockey governing bodies
  • Oversee and ensure implementation of IIF and USA Hockey's policies
  • Work cohesively with CAHA, Pacific District, and USA Hockey
  • Serve as the contact person for ADM instruction and clinics
  • Ensure compliance with all company SOPs
Requirements:
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in developing/running hockey programs
  • Excellent skating/hockey skills and instructional ability
  • Must possess excellent interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Registered and insured through USA Hockey
  • Strong knowledge of hockey equipment
  • Able to maintain accurate and complete records
  • Strong knowledge of sports and recreation programming
  • Must possess outstanding interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Able to work a schedule with changing days off and hours, including weekends, holidays, early mornings, and late evenings
  • Able to communicate the IIF and the Anaheim Ducks' vision and commitment to quality service, products, and entertainment
  • Is a flexible service-minded self-starter who is highly motivated and possesses energy, enthusiasm, assertiveness, drive, and a sense of fun
  • Able to articulate ideas, both verbally and in writing, with excellent presentation skills
  • Exemplify strong leadership skills and serve as a role model
  • Work with a consistently professional, motivational, and enthusiastic management style
  • Demonstrate the desire to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a changing population
  • Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities
Education and Certifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Level 5 USA Hockey certification
Experience:
  • 10+ Year's experience

This position is on-site.