Technical Director – Grande Peace Athletic Club (GPAC)Location: Grande Prairie, AlbertaReports To: GPAC Board of DirectorsPosition Type: Full-TimeAbout GPACThe Grande Peace Athletic Club (GPAC) is a premier elite hockey program dedicated to developing players and coaches to their fullest potential. We are committed to excellence on and off the ice—promoting leadership, discipline and teamwork while providing a clear pathway to higher levels of hockey.We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and forward-thinking Technical Director to lead the technical and developmental direction of our program.Position SummaryThe Technical Director is a key leadership role responsible for shaping the coaching structure, player development model, and overall hockey operations within GPAC. This position is instrumental in building and maintaining a positive, high-performance culture aligned with Hockey Alberta, Hockey Canada, and GPAC standards.The successful candidate will mentor coaches, implement consistent development systems, and ensure every athlete and team is supported to reach their full potential.Key ResponsibilitiesCoaching Development & MentorshipLead, mentor and evaluate coaches across all GPAC teamsEstablish and uphold coaching standards aligned with Hockey Alberta & Hockey Canada guidelinesProvide coaches with the tools, resources and support needed for ongoing developmentCollaborate with coaches to design structured seasonal plans and practice modelsPromote a consistent, positive and accountable coaching culturePlayer & Program DevelopmentCoordinate specialized development sessions (eg: Power Skating, P.E.P., Mental Skills Training)Implement and monitor performance analysis tools (eg: InStat, Steva)Support and guide athlete advancement to higher levels (eg: AJHL,



WHL)Build and maintain relationships with elite programs and development partnersStay current with emerging best practices in player developmentHockey OperationsAssist in recruitment, selection and evaluation of coaches (U13 AA – U18 AAA)Plan and oversee Spring & Fall Development campsDesign and manage tryout structure, drills and evaluation processesImplement a standardized GPAC playbook with age-appropriate progressionCoordinate video review processes and statistical tracking across teamsAttend board meetings and provide regular written reports and recommendationsMaintain clear and effective communication with players, parents and staffOversee administrative operations including invoicing, affiliations, HCR updates and travel logisticsLead team onboarding, including Codes of Conduct and parent orientation sessionsSupport social media presence and community engagement initiativesRecruitment & Community EngagementActively promote GPAC across Alberta and Canada to attract top talentEncourage participation from players within the draw zoneFoster community involvement through mentorship and grassroots initiatives (eg: U9 engagement)QualificationsHigh Performance 1 (HP1) certification preferred (or willingness to complete)Extensive coaching experience at the Elite level (minimum U15 AAA or equivalent)Proven success in coach mentorship and program developmentStrong understanding of Hockey Canada and Hockey Alberta frameworksExcellent leadership, communication and organizational skillsExperience with video and performance analysis tools is considered an assetAbility to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekendsStrategic planning & executionRelationship building & community engagementWhat We OfferCompetitive compensation package based on experienceComprehensive health and benefits planOpportunity to lead and shape a premier elite hockey programA collaborative, development-focused setting

📌 Technical Director – Grande Peace Athletic Club (Grande Prairie)
🏢 Grande Peace Athletic Club
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