Director of Player Evaluation
Hockey Nova Scotia is seeking a Director of Player Evaluation to oversee player evaluations for its High Performance Provincial Team Program. This individual will work closely with coaching staff to ensure players are assessed fairly and impartially during Hockey Nova Scotia camps. Attendance at all evaluation camps, including Spring and Summer camps, is required.
Key Responsibilities:- Prepare coaching staff for camps by reviewing the evaluation process and criteria.
- Conduct preparation calls and communicate evaluation standards with all coaches and evaluators.
- Assist in setting up evaluation forms and software.
- Ensure a fair and impartial assessment of all participating athletes.
- Lead post-session discussions in a positive and respectful manner.
- Ensure that all evaluators’ opinions are respected.
- Facilitate evaluations at camps and communicate results to Hockey Nova Scotia.
- Prepare player feedback when required.
- Respond to family inquiries in a professional manner with empathy and compassion.
Qualifications:- Experience in a high performance hockey environment.
- Ability to facilitate small group discussions in a respectful manner.
- Proficiency with technology and evaluation software.
- Strong communication skills with staff, players, and families.
- Ability to maintain discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
This role may be filled by one person overseeing both male and female camps or split into separate roles for each program.
All expenses associated with attending camps will be covered by Hockey Nova Scotia, and an honorarium is provided for this position.
2025 Camp Dates:- May 2-4 – Female Spring Camp, Dartmouth, NS
- May 9-11 – Male Spring Camp, Dartmouth, NS
- July 2-11 – Summer Camp, Antigonish, NS
Interested applicants are invited to complete the form below by 4:00 p.m. on March 13, 2025.
