Part Time Assistant Swimming Coach

Engineering a world of possibilities

The Assistant Swimming Coach (10 month) reports to the Head Swimming Coach and will assist the Head And Assistant Swimming Coaches in directing various activities of the men’s and women’s swimming programs within NCAA, RMAC and Colorado School of Mines policies, guidelines, and procedures. The Assistant Swimming Coach is responsible for supporting the athletic and academic development of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Late August – early May (10 months)
• Must be able to commit at least 25 hours/week, preferably during team practice times – early mornings (6-9 am, MWRF) and later afternoons/evenings (2-6pm M-F) and weekends (sat am 7-11 am)
• Responsibilities are not limited to but include on-deck coaching; assessing and correcting technique; motivating, listening and talking with student-athletes; video analysis and working with underwater camera equipment.
• Administrative tasks as assigned, ie: Cara Logs, compliance paperwork, newsletters, practice data
• Other duties as assigned
• This is a great opportunity for getting a foot in the door with college coaching!

Engineering a world of possibilities

The Assistant Swimming Coach (10 month) reports to the Head Swimming Coach and will assist the Head And Assistant Swimming Coaches in directing various activities of the men’s and women’s swimming programs within NCAA, RMAC and Colorado School of Mines policies, guidelines, and procedures. The Assistant Swimming Coach is responsible for supporting the athletic and academic development of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Late August – early May (10 months)
• Must be able to commit at least 25 hours/week, preferably during team practice times – early mornings (6-9 am, MWRF) and later afternoons/evenings (2-6pm M-F) and weekends (sat am 7-11 am)
• Responsibilities are not limited to but include on-deck coaching; assessing and correcting technique; motivating, listening and talking with student-athletes; video analysis and working with underwater camera equipment.
• Administrative tasks as assigned, ie: Cara Logs, compliance paperwork, newsletters, practice data
• Other duties as assigned
• This is a great opportunity for getting a foot in the door with college coaching!

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years previous coaching experience and/or competitive high school or collegiate swimming experience preferred

Certifications and Licenses:

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• A valid driver’s license required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A strong ability to create a positive, fun and learning environment with the team

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• A strong commitment to the academic achievement of student-athletes.

Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

• Demonstrated results leading and coaching a high-caliber sports program in a highly competitive, academic environment.

• Minimum of 2 years previous coaching experience at the Division I or II Level or Senior National Level (club). (2 year of graduate assistantship experience equals 1 year of professional experience)

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.
• Ability to help with all aspects of recruiting!

Availability

• Ability to work more than 30 hours/week and be integrated into our team culture
• Ability to attend coaches meetings and team meetings

JOB DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements:                                        

• Typical physical activity of coaching roles: standing for long periods of time, walking, occasional running, long work days, etc. 

Potential Environmental Conditions/Hazards:

• Must perform job duties in and around a chlorinated pool

SALARY

• $25,000 August 2026- May 2027
  

Additional Information and Reasonable Accommodation Requests
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.

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