Team Positions – Vancouver Minor Hockey Association

Division Manager

Head Coach

If you're interested in coaching here's the steps to becoming a VMHA Coach:

Complete the Team Level Volunteer Registration
Fill out a Coaching Application and submit it to our Coaching Coordinator at coach@vmha.com.
Submit a Criminal Record Check
Complete the Respect in Sport
Complete the Concussion Awareness Toolkit
Coaching Qualification- please see National Coaching Certification Program NCCP) team requirements and BC Hockey Coaching Clinics. When you have completed your program, please contact our Coach Co-Ordinator for reimbursement

JOB DESCRIPTION

Actively participate in the Rep selection process or "C" division balancing process
Serve as an official spokesperson on behalf of the team
Coordinate the delegation of responsibilities to the Assistant Coach and Manager
Plan on-ice/off-ice team activities in consultation with the Assistant Coach
Coordinate player evaluation and player selection in conjunction with the Coach Coordinator
Plan, implement and control pre-game preparation and communicate with the team
Design the practice plans in consultation with the Assistant Coach
Coach the Team in all games and practices
Establish rules/team identity and oversee the supervision of the players submit a year end report which contains the following information; evaluation of the player performance, evaluation of the team's performance, outline of practice plans and game strategy and recommendations on how the program can be improved.
Coordinate the implementation of the on-ice curriculum as outlined
Ensure all team members uphold the rules and regulations of the CHA, BCAHA,
District and local association

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong hockey background in playing, coaching and evaluating
Strong interest and commitment to child/athlete development
Ability to work with fellow coaching personnel
Ability to communicate on-ice and off-ice requirements to players and parents.
Be a leader and available as to time requirements
Be organized and have strong time management skills (ie. Be on time)

Assistant Coach

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist with player evaluation and the player selection process
Assist with planning, organizing and conducting practices
Assist with pre-game preparation
Assist with the operation of the team during the game
Assist with post game evaluation
Assist with scouting and evaluation of opponents
Assist with the supervision of players both on and off the ice
Assist with the formulation of the overall game plan, as well as the game-to-game

adjustments
Submit a year-end evaluation report to the Head Coach containing observations on player performance, team performance and general recommendations on the program
Reports to the team head coach

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong hockey background in playing, coaching and evaluation
Strong interest and commitment to child/athlete development
Ability to work with fellow coaching personnel
Ability to communicate on-ice and off-ice requirements to players and parents
Be a leader and available as to time requirements
Be organized and have strong time management skills (ie. Be on time)

Team Manager

The Team Manager is a central figure in creating the flow of communication within the team (players, parents, and coaches), and between the team and all support systems such as the Minor Hockey Association (VMHA), Division Managers, League Managers, other teams, referees, officials, etc.

Ultimately, the manager is responsible for ensuring all the off-ice tasks are completed. This does not mean that the manager must do it all; he or she needs to make sure that things get done via delegation. This is a big job so set yourself up a posse. Every parent on your team must volunteer for something.

Job Description:

Communication of the team schedule, ensuring TeamSnap is up to date and accurate.
Reschedule/resolve any “conflict” games.
Work with coaching staff to organize exhibition games/tournament participation.
Liaise with VMHA Ref. Assignor to secure officials for all home games (U13 and under)
Ensure payment of officials, score/time-keeper assigned for all home games, score/time-keepers for away games if needed.
Communicate with opposing teams in regards to upcoming games; date, time, location, arena specifics, parking issues, etc.
Coordinate team financial matters; collection and payment of tournament entry fees, etc.
"A" teams only: Develop an operating budget and present to the team parents for approval. A team treasurer may be appointed to manage this aspect.
Obtain additional equipment/supplies for the team, as needed

Certification requirements of a Team Manager:

All qualifications must be completed prior to the start of the season - please submit your receipts and completion certificates to registrar@vmha.com for reimbursement. Reimburses are done once all the requirements have been completed and you have been rostered to a team.

Hockey Canada Safety Person (HCSP)

Access to medical information via ePact
Ensures that the first aid kit is at all practices and games. Also ensures maintenance of first aid kit
Ensures that incident forms are filled out and sent to administration if an injury occurs.
Manages injuries and refers players to qualified professionals.
Ensure that Return to Play Protocol is followed for all injured players.
In conjunction with team coaches, conducts regular checks of players' equipment.

Certification requirements of a Team Manager:

All qualifications must be completed prior to the start of the season - please submit your receipts and completion certificates to registrar@vmha.com for reimbursement. Reimburses are done once all the requirements have been completed and you have been rostered to a team.

Rep Team Treasurer