Part Time Assistant Dive Coach

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The Part Time Assistant Dive Coach 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 diving 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.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to commit at least 10 hours/week, preferably during team practice times - early mornings and later afternoons/evenings and weekends
• 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.

Additional responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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, competitive high school or collegiate 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.

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

• $6,000 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.

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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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