Title: 2025-2026 NCAA Division I Hockey – Off-Ice Officials & Replay Official

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Lake Superior State University Athletics is seeking dependable, detail-oriented, and professional individuals to serve as Off-Ice Officials and Replay Officials for NCAA Division I men’s hockey home games. Off-Ice Officials play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of game operations through scorekeeping, statistics, timing, and video replay duties in accordance with NCAA and CCHA (Central Collegiate Hockey Association) standards.

This position requires a high level of focus, impartiality, and professionalism, as well as the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, live game environment.

General Off-Ice Official Duties

Official Scorekeeper: Maintain the official game scoresheet, including goals, assists, penalties, and shots on goal.

Timekeeper: Operate the official game clock and ensure accurate timing of periods, penalties, and intermissions.

Statisticians: Track and input real-time game statistics including shots, faceoffs, blocked shots, hits, etc., using NCAA LiveStats or similar software.

Replay Official Duties:
Operate and manage the NCAA-mandated video replay system for goal reviews, offside calls, and other reviewable events.

Communicate directly with on-ice referees to provide clear and timely video evidence during stoppages.

Maintain accurate records of all reviewed plays, including timestamps and outcomes, for postgame reporting.

Ensure all replay equipment is functioning and compliant with NCAA and CCHA requirements before and during games.

Coordinate with broadcast production team to retrieve necessary angles for conclusive review.

Remain impartial and uphold the highest standards of competitive integrity.

Minimum Qualifications:

Prior experience as an off-ice official, scorekeeper, or video replay technician preferred.

Strong knowledge of ice hockey rules, particularly NCAA regulations.

Ability to work nights and weekends in accordance with the hockey schedule.

Comfortable with computers, game management software, and video replay systems.

Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy under pressure.

Must maintain professionalism, neutrality, and confidentiality at all times.

Preferred Qualifications:

USA Hockey or NCAA Officiating Certification (active or former) is a plus.

Experience with NCAA LiveStats, StatCrew, or similar statistics platforms.

Familiarity with DV Sport, XOS, or other replay/video review systems.

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