Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League

Career Opportunities

Estevan Bruins Operations & Marketing Director

Posted May 16, 2026

The Estevan Bruins are seeking a driven individual for their open Operations & Marketing Director Role. The role involves overseeing the business activities, community experience, and strategic marketing plans of a Junior A hockey club.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage operations and marketing budgets set out by board members
  • Develop corporate sponsorship contracts and manage corporate relationships
  • Collaborate with the SJHL and league sponsors on marketing initiatives
  • Oversee staff associated with marketing, community involvement, bookkeeping, game-day experience, along with all other aspects to the business operation of the hockey club.
  • Assist in fundraiser planning and events

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma
  • Strong skills in customer relations, marketing, and organization
  • Self motivated and task orientated
  • Work Arrangement: Fulltime employment with work hours tied to hockey season schedule

Please send your resume to president@estevanbruins.com if you are interested.

Nipawin Hawks Assistant Coach

Posted May 3, 2026

The Nipawin Hawks of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) are seeking a driven, detail-oriented Assistant Coach for the upcoming season. This is a full-time, seasonal position within a competitive Junior A environment, offering hands-on experience in coaching, recruiting, and team operations.

About the Opportunity
The Nipawin Hawks are a proud, community-supported organization focused on developing athletes on and off the ice while competing at a high level. This role is ideal for a coach looking to grow within the game and take on meaningful responsibility in a high-performance setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with practices, games, and overall team operations
  • Support recruiting, player evaluation, and development
  • Contribute to practice planning and game preparation
  • Lead video analysis and performance tracking
  • Work with players on individual skills and progression
  • Assist in advancing players to collegiate/higher levels
  • Coordinate travel logistics (meals, accommodations)
  • Uphold professionalism within the team and community

Expectations & Qualifications

  • Attend all practices, games, and team functions
  • Maintain a professional, team-first approach
  • Junior/collegiate playing or coaching experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of systems, special teams, and game strategy
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Additional Details

  • Full-time, seasonal position
  • Compensation and support discussed with selected candidates

Apply
Submit your resume and references to:
Tad Kozun – nipawinhawks@sasktel.net

Kindersley Klippers Assistant Coach

Posted April 28, 2026

The Kindersley Klippers are currently seeking to hire two Assistant Coaches. One position will serve strictly with the Klippers, while the second will take on a dual role as both an Assistant Coach with the Klippers and Head Coach of the West Central Wheat Kings U15.

Position: Assistant Coach – Kindersley Klippers

Role and Responsibilities

  • Support the Head Coach in the planning and execution of all team practices, games, and training sessions.
  • Assist in developing and implementing team systems, strategies, and game plans.
  • Provide on-ice instruction and skill development for players, including individual and small-group coaching.
  • Analyze team and player performance through video review and statistical evaluation.
  • Contribute to pre-scouting reports and opponent analysis to prepare for upcoming games.
  • Foster a positive, disciplined, and team-first culture aligned with the organization’s values.
  • Assist in player evaluation and recruitment, including scouting and talent identification.
  • Help monitor player fitness, conditioning, and overall well-being throughout the season.
  • Communicate effectively with players regarding expectations, feedback, and development goals.
  • Support administrative duties such as practice planning and travel logistics as needed.
  • Represent the organization in a professional manner within the community, including team events and outreach initiatives.
  • Ensure adherence to league rules, team policies, and safety standards at all times.
  • Serve as the Lead Instructor for the Klippers Academy.
  • Assist in the coordination, logistics, and execution of Klippers Hockey School, Spring/Fall Camp, and other events as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High Performance 1 certification or actively working toward attaining it.
  • Respect in Sport (online course).
  • Coaching and playing experience is considered an asset.

Compensation: To be discussed based on experience and qualifications.

Dual Role Opportunity: Assistant Coach (Klippers) / Head Coach – West Central Wheat Kings U15AA

Roles and Responsibilities – U15AA Head Coach

  • Work with the WCWK Board of Directors on an as-needed basis to maintain development programs for U15-aged players.
  • Attend the U15 Fall Evaluations and continue to evaluate through team selection.
  • Prepare and deliver a season plan, including off-ice requirements, practice plans, and lineups.
  • Select qualified assistant coaches, manager, and other personnel as needed.
  • Attend the U15AA scheduling meeting in the fall for the WCWK U15AA season.
  • Attend WCWK Coaches’ Meetings as required.
  • Develop an ongoing program that provides a consistent experience for players and parents.
  • Liaise with other AA coaches in the association to support long-term program development.
  • Assist in fall development camps as required.

Additional Requirements

  • High Performance 1 certification or actively working toward attaining it.
  • Respect in Sport (online course).
  • Coaching and playing experience is considered an asset.
  • Checking Certification.
  • Goalie Coach Certification (or Assistant).
  • Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Compensation: To be discussed based on experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

All interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter to Klippers General Manager Ryan Gibson at kklippersgm@gmail.com.