REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR, AMATEUR HOCKEY DEVELOPMENT

RESUME DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2018

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POSITION PURPOSE:

This is a year-round part-time position with the Colorado Avalanche Amateur Hockey Development (AHD) Department. The Colorado Avalanche prefer individuals that have a passion for hockey and are committed to increasing the sports exposure in the community. Amateur Hockey Development Team Members will be responsible for instruction and implementation of various amateur hockey initiatives including but not limited to; street hockey, ice hockey, and Colorado hockey community events. Amateur Hockey Development Team members should be energetic, dependable, and team oriented.

MINIMUM POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Program Managers in all AHD initiatives and events when necessary.
Game night assistance. Responsibilities include assisting with Avs Youth Skater, Program sales, the 50/50 Raffle, Mini Avs and additional youth and adult Hockey duties.
Assist Amateur Hockey Development Department with special events such as tournaments, school assemblies, educational initiatives, or fundraisers.
Assist with organization and maintenance of the AH Development storage unit.
Superior working knowledge of the Colorado amateur adult hockey community, the leaders and location of all rinks and organizations.
Actively works the AHD special events, including Avalanche home games, grow the game initiatives, state wide programming and Pepsi Center events.
20 hours maximum per week.
Additional tasks as necessary.
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 18 years of age.
Strong youth sports background.
Skating/hockey experience preferred.
Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to exhibit good judgment and strong decision-making skills.
Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.
Flexible schedule – Must be able to work days, some nights/weekends and holidays as required.
Requires prolonged standing; ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
SafeSport and USA Hockey Coaching Level One (minimum) Certification preferred