"Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach"

Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach Part Time Hourly

Posting Number: JR107335

Location: Colorado

Engineering a world of possibilities

Carry out all areas of strength and conditioning for assigned teams while adhering to NCAA, conference and university rules and regulations. In addition, the assistant strength and conditioning coach will support the director and assistant director of athletic performance in the daily operation of the facilities and other duties as assigned. PT assistant AP coach will also carry out additional administrative duties as assigned by the director/assistant director of athletic performance. Finally, this position will carry out all areas of athletic performance for assigned teams while adhering to NCAA, RMAC, university and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, supervise and monitor all facets of Athletic Performance programs for assigned teams, to include:
• Periodized Annual Plans
• Sport specific resistance training programs
• Sport specific conditioning programs
• Individual programs when necessitated
• Conduct fitness testing, computation of results, and evaluation
• Show up to your assigned teams workouts in a timely manner, be there to execute the designed program, and assure all athletes are able to complete the workout.
• Collaboration with fellow student-athlete health and welfare teammates and sport coaching personnel to monitor, assess and develop protocols for training loads, neuromuscular fatigue, recovery, athlete readiness, and other performance factors
• Instruct proper lifting technique and assist in spotting when necessary.
• Effectively and properly motivate athletes to achieve maximum potential in all areas of performance.
• Anticipate potential risks of injury, have the ability to implement emergency medical procedures.
• Assist in the recruitment, retention and hiring of highly qualified and competent team members.
• Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Athletic Performance with all tasks for which he/she is responsible and manage the general operation of the facility in the Director and Assistant Director's absence; be prepared to fulfill all responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning in his/her absence.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with fellow athletic performance teammates and athletic administration.
• Keep the weight room clean at all times. Pick up paper, pencils, towels, chalk, etc.
• Keep all equipment properly maintained i.e., lubricating, cleaning, disinfecting. Report all equipment and weight room damages.
• Use technology and social media to foster an effective and efficient overall experience for student-athletes and department team members.
• Conduct regular meetings with respective sport coaches.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Experience in coaching at the youth or collegiate level.
• Working towards obtaining your degree.
• Maintain all required strength & conditioning certifications and memberships (NSCA - CSCS, and/or CSCCa - SCCC).

Certifications and Licenses:

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with many internal and external entities in a variety of ways. Must be able to communicate with coaches, student-athletes, athletics administration and prospective student-athletes and their families.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated results leading and coaching a high-caliber sports program in a highly competitive, academic environment.
• Priority given to previous Mines employees.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to represent a public persona that aligns with Mines values.
• Ability to work with a diverse community, alumni, Boosters and Mines Foundation.
• Ability to work closely with athletic training, and staff to facilitate prevention and recovery from injury of student-athletes.

SALARY

$25-$30 per hour. Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

How to Apply

Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status)

• Upload a resume or CV
• Upload a cover letter

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy based on business needs.

References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.

Application review will begin immediately. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice after 9/1/2025. Please apply as soon as possible.

It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance.

Successful Completion of a Background Investigation is Required for this Position.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.