Recreation Assistant Jobs in Michigan

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a highly talented Assistant Men's Ice Hockey Coach. This position will be responsible for all phases of a Division I Men's Ice Hockey program, within University, Big 10 Conference and NCAA rules and regulations. The responsibilities include, but not limited to on-ice training of team and individuals, recruitment of prospective student-athletes, community relations, and assisting student-athletes to achieve exceptionally high athletic and academic goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing all phases of a Division I ice hockey program.
• Assist in organizing, planning, and managing practices and games.
• Use of video editing software, Sport Logiq, XOS, to analyze any and all aspects of each game.
• Responsible for communicating all video analysis to student athletes individually and in a team setting.
• Assemble and prepare scouting reports of upcoming opponents and post-game reports.
• Participate in on and off-campus evaluation and recruitment of student-athletes including evaluation, building a relationship with the recruit, coordination of all unofficial and official visits of recruits and monitoring recruits progress through NCAA Clearinghouse.
• Utilize RinkNet and Teamworks software to manage the recruiting process.
• Assist in the monitoring of student-athlete's academic progress.
• Participate in public relations and fundraising efforts.
• Comply with NCAA, Big Ten, and University regulations.
• Must work with and communicate effectively with all team members and support staff within Michigan Athletics and the UM community.
• Conduct summer hockey camps on an administrative level as well as a day-to-day operational level.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Head Coach.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Previous coaching experience is required.
• Previous playing experience at a highly competitive level.
• Ability to train and motivate athletes.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of human behavior.
• Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check and NCAA recruiting test.

Desired Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge and experience recruiting at the Division I level.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics.
• Successful coaching experience at the Division I and/or similar professional level.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

All applications for this position must be received by (6/26/26).

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Opening ID

279143

Working Title

ASST HOCKEY COACH

Job Title

ASST HOCKEY COACH

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Intercolleg Athletic

Department

Athletics

Posting Begin/End Date

6/19/2026 - 6/26/2026

Career Interest

Athletics