The Assistant Coach is responsible for teaching on-ice skills, managing the team from the bench during games, and assisting with player development. Additional duties include coordinating recruiting, camps, and off-ice conditioning.
Position Department
Campus
Recreation
Position
Type:
Staff
Part-Time
Overview: The Assistant Coach, Women's D2 Club Ice Hockey is a part-time position not eligible for University benefits. Work hours are limited to 950 per calendar year and less than 29 hours per week on a regular basis. The University is a proud member of the ACHA with successful hockey programs at the Women's D2 level. The team practices 2-3 times per week and plays games most weekends during the season. There are 3-5 travel weekends during the season which include Fridays. Preference is for the coach to attend all practices and games.
Responsibilities
Attend practices and games.
Teach on-ice skills and player development.
Assist with the organization of practices and games.
Help manage the team from the bench during games.
Assist with off-ice conditioning/video breakdown.
Assist with coordination of recruiting and camps.
On occasion may need to drive on behalf of the University.
All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
One year minimum of coaching at the high school or collegiate level is required.
Reliable, self-motivated, team-player, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver's license or the ability to have reliable transportation to travel on behalf of the university is required.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Act 153
Clearance
Required: Yes Required To Pass a
Motor
Vehicle
Report
Check (If driving on behalf of the
University):
Yes
Required to
Pass a
Credit
Check:
No
Additional
Posting
Information:
None
Special
Applicant
Instructions:
None
Commitment to
Diversity: RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Reasonable
Accommodation
Notice: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please email humanresources@rmu.edu or call us at (412) 397-6270 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
high school
bachelor degree
Recruiting
Communication Skills
Team Management
Player Development
Video Breakdown
On-ice Skill Instruction
Off-ice Conditioning
Posting details
Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Posted
Jun 11, 2026
Application
Employer website
Market context
Pennsylvania women’s club hockey roles are selective
Assistant coach openings in Pennsylvania women’s D2 club ice hockey can draw interest from candidates with coaching experience, especially where programs need support with practice planning, player development, and travel logistics. Competition can be strong because programs often look for applicants who already have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of high school or collegiate coaching experience, and dependable transportation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your coaching background and driving readiness before applying.
