Primary Purpose: The Assistant Coach supports all aspects of the University of Saskatchewan Huskie Women’s Hockey program, working under the direction of the Head Coach. The role contributes directly to the development of elite student‑athletes, the execution of a nationally competitive program, and the pursuit of academic and athletic excellence.
Nature of Work: The position reports functionally to the Head Coach, Women’s Hockey and administratively to the Chief Athletics Officer (CAO), Huskie Athletics. This is a high‑volume, high‑visibility role requiring exceptional professionalism, leadership, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
The Assistant Coach must build and maintain strong working relationships with coaching staff, student‑athletes, recruits, alumni, and internal/external partners. The role requires evening, weekend, and holiday work, as well as travel throughout the season. The successful candidate must understand the responsibility and public profile associated with representing Huskie Athletics and the University of Saskatchewan.
Typical Duties or Accountabilities:
- Support the Head Coach in building on the success and culture of the Huskie Women’s Hockey program
- Assist in designing and executing practice plans aligned with team systems and performance goals
- Conduct individual skill sessions and position‑specific training as directed by the Head Coach
- Collect, analyze, and present scouting information; prepare video breakdowns and game‑plan reports. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and video‑analysis platforms required
- Take a lead role in the coordination, administration, and oversight of the Huskies Prospects program and initiatives
- Support communication and engagement with prospective student‑athletes and their families
- Assist with alumni relations, donor engagement, and fundraising activities
- Support day‑to‑day program operations as assigned by the Head Coach, or CAO
- Work with head coach and coaching staff to serve as a resource to the student-athletes intent on delivering year-round skill development programming to develop highly competitive players
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Chief Athletics Officer
Education: A four‑year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution. Consideration will be given for equivalent experience; however, a degree is preferred.
Experience:
- Previous coaching experience at the junior, professional, or post‑secondary level preferred
- Experience supporting all facets of a high‑performance program
- NCCP certification (or progress toward certification) preferred
- Safe Sport, Safe Contact, Anti-Racism, and Respect in Sport training
- First Aid and CPR/AED certification
- Must have a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Post‑secondary playing experience is an asset but not required
Skills:
- Communication Excellence — Strong verbal and written communication across all mediums
- Relationship Building — Ability to work effectively with colleagues, student‑athletes, alumni, sponsors, and community partners
- Organizational Strength — Ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and operational demands.
- Technical Proficiency — Competence with contemporary computer applications, video editing tools, and game‑film technology
- Professional Conduct — Demonstrated ability to uphold the standards of Huskie Athletics and the University of Saskatchewan
Please note that a strong internal candidate has been identified.
Department: Huskie Athletics
Status: Term 1 year with the possibility of extension
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): .80 FTE
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $53,091.00 - 82,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 7/23/2026
Closing Date: 7/30/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php
Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Yes
The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
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