Spectate Group

Position Overview

Spectate Group, part of the Nicholas Family of Companies, is seeking a Hockey Manager (HM) to provide strategic leadership and oversight of all on-ice and off ice hockey operations for Glacier Hockey and the Ice Dogs Hockey Association (IDHA).

This role is responsible for managing, developing, and evaluating all coaching personnel while ensuring a consistent high quality, and developmentally appropriate experience for all players. The Hockey Manager will uphold program integrity and foster a culture centered on skill development, competitiveness, and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities Include

• Manages and leads all aspects of the Glacier Hockey Program
• Serves as the primary liaison between Glacier Hockey, outside hockey governing bodies, Ice Dogs Hockey Association, and appropriate leagues
• Works with the IDHA Board of Directors to coordinate both on and off ice scheduling
• Directs seasonal hockey programming, including schedules, tournaments, camps, clinics, and supplemental development sessions
• Serves as a visible leader at Glacier Hockey events - engages with players, parents, and coaching staff to maintain a positive culture.
• Leads communication with Glacier Hockey players and families around organizational news and initiatives
• Resolves hockey-related disputes, disciplinary matters, and player concerns
• Attends and presents at all Glacier Hockey-related meetings
• Coordinates with rink management to secure/manage ice time to align with needs and budget
• Oversee team formation processes, including tryouts and player placement
• Ensure all hockey operations remain compliant with USA Hockey/AAU/AHAI/SafeSport regulations
• Manages annual budgeting and oversight for hockey-specific expenses
• Administers and facilitates Rules & Ethics issues internally / externally with board, AHAI, and leagues.
• Schedules referees for non-league home games and tournaments related to Glacier Hockey
• Hires qualified head and assistant coaches, including skills and goaltending
• Establishes and enforces club-wide coaching standards and expectations
• Supports and lead “Program Level Directors” for the Glacier Hockey’s House/Tier 3 program.
• Conduct pre-season/in-season coaching meetings to provide training, tools, and support
• Observes team practices and games throughout the season to ensure coaching consistency and adherence to Glacier Hockey’s philosophy
• Mentors coaches on practice planning, in-game strategy, player development, and conduct
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Spectate Group and Manager of Operations, Program Scheduling

Qualifications:

• Strong coaching background. Skilled at hiring, mentoring, and evaluating other coaches
• Thorough understanding of age-appropriate skill progression, game strategy, and character-building
• Ability to cultivate a unified and positive coaching culture
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage relationships with the community to help grow the organization and hockey offerings