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Search for New Head Coach in Winkler is Underway

 

Submitted by Winkler Flyers

The Winkler Flyers Hockey Club, a proud member of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League, invites applications for the full-time position of Head Coach.

Desired Qualifications:

The Winkler Flyers are looking for a coach who:

·        Has demonstrated success at a high level of coaching previously.

·        Possesses strong leadership skills.

·        Is committed to developing each player on the team so he can be successful at the next level of competition.

·        Demonstrates excellent communication skills and encourages feedback from players, coaching staff and management.

·        Can work collaboratively with the General Manager, Assistant Coaches and other team staff in developing, promoting and accomplishing team goals.

·        Brings sound knowledge of structure, systems and concepts that are appropriate for a successful Junior A team.

·        Possesses or is willing to obtain High Performance 1 Certification and Respect in Sport Certification.

·        Has developed a strong reputation for successfully recruiting, developing and promoting players Junior A calibre players in the past.

·        Has demonstrated a high level of integrity in the past when dealing with players, parents, fellow coaches, referees, fans and team management.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for all duties normally associated with the job of a Head Coach of a Junior A hockey team including, but not limited to the following:

·        Working jointly with General Manager in recruiting and selecting a full roster of high quality Junior A caliber players.

·        Planning and conducting all on-ice try-out camps, practices, games and off-ice

·        Developing practice and game plans which promote the teaching of appropriate offensive, defensive and special team systems and related skills.

·        Utilizing all available game analysis software to correct, reinforce and motivate players.

·        Developing and implementing a team/player development program which fosters the growth of athletic and personal skills of all team members via skill work, analysis, regular evaluation and feedback.

·        Overseeing the enforcement of player rules, regulations and team policies including disciplinary standards for all on and off ice conduct.

·        Developing and maintaining collaborative, supportive, and professional relationships with area and league teams.

·        Establishing and maintaining a professional reputation among all external agencies (league staff, opposing teams, visiting and host hotels, referee group, sponsors, minor hockey partners, opposing team fans and support staff, etc.

·        Serving as a representative consistent with the values and standards of the Winkler Flyers when conducting meetings with parents, families, social clubs, media, fans and league officials.

·        Overseeing the Annual Winkler Flyer Summer Hockey School.

·        Performing Community Outreach and making public relations appearances as requested from time to time.

·        Performing additional duties as directed by the team management from time to time.

 

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and references electronically as well as any questions you may have to: winklerflyersgm@gmail.com before March 22nd, 2019.