Vice President of Operations

The Vice President of WBHL Operations is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Hockey Operations for the Wood Buffalo Hockey League (WBHL), which includes U11 to U18 House League and the Intro to Hockey Program (U7 and U9). As a voting member of the FMMHA Executive Board, this role is a vital part of the association’s decision-making structure.

Reporting directly to the President of FMMHA, the VP of WBHL Operations is accountable for upholding the standards of the program by issuing discipline when necessary and managing conflicts involving coaches, players, and families.

This position provides leadership and oversight to the WBHL Hockey Operations Committee, made up of volunteer directors and support staff. The VP ensures that all programming aligns with FMMHA policies, Hockey Alberta regulations, and the values of the association.

 

WBHL Coach Selection

WBHL  Evaluations

WBHL  Discipline 

Financial Governance of all WBHL individual teams  

Oversees WBHL  Ice Allocation 

 

Time Commitment: 1500 hours annually

Travel Commitment: 1 weekend annually for Hockey Alberta AGM,  and must be available to attend Female league AGMs and planning meetings

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Official Job Duties can be found in section 2.11.4 of the FMMHA bylaws: 

Vice President of  WBHL Hockey Operations
  • 2.11.4.1. Will select and Oversee division directors for each WBHL age group and be
    responsible for the direct supervision of any paid employee or contractor to
    support the WBHL teams ( Coach mentor)
  • 2.11.4.2. Will oversee any appeals on team discipline and dynamics that are escalated from
    the WBHL division directors
  • 2.11.4.3. Will oversee day to day hockey operations both internally and externally for the
    association Community Teams, Intro to Hockey Program and Wood Buffalo Hockey
    League.
  • 2.11.4.4. Will oversee player Evaluation policy and be responsible for tiering divisions within
    Wood Buffalo Hockey League.
  • 2.11.4.6. Will Chair and oversee the WBHL Hockey Operations Committee
  • 2.11.4.7. Will oversee the WBHL rules and regulations
  • 2.11.4.8. Will oversee any appeals on policy and directives for WBHL Hockey operations
  • 2.11.4.9. Will arrange within hockey operations for attendance at various league meetings
  • 2.11.4.10. Will report to the President

Skills and Qualities: 

The ideal nominee should have:

  • Strong diplomacy, negotiation, and collaboration skills to effectively engage with families, coaches, and volunteers.

  • A solid understanding of FMMHA operations and practices, gained through previous experience on the FMMHA Board of Directors

  • Excellent time management and the ability to handle a dynamic workload.

  • Responsiveness and reliability, with a willingness to address issues as they arise—even if it means adjusting personal plans.

  • Effective facilitation and communication skills, particularly in leading meetings and discussions with large groups.

  • Comfort and proficiency with digital tools, including Gmail, Google Docs, SurveyMonkey, SignUpGenius, and social media platforms, to ensure efficient and modern team and program management.