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The Part-Time Wrestling Assistant Coach reports to and will assist the Head Coach in directing activities for the wrestling program within NCAA, RMAC and Colorado School of Mines policies, guidelines, and procedures. The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the athletic and academic development of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coaching
- Assist the head coach in the coaching and training of the wrestling team, conducting all in-season and out-of-season sessions throughout the year as deemed necessary and appropriate.
- Assist with filming and technique instruction.
- Travel to all competitions - in-state and out-of-state when able.
Administrative
- Must be fully knowledgeable and adhere to all rules and regulations of the NCAA, RMAC (as applicable) and Colorado School of Mines.
- Administrative duties such as travel plans, compliance logs, on campus visits, etc.
- Attend meetings as necessary.
- Successfully complete all required NCAA coach's curriculum and trainings.
Recruiting
- Collaborate annual and long term recruiting strategies that reflect the University, Department and program values.
- Assist the head coach in the recruitment of quality student-athletes, commensurate with the admissions qualifications of Colorado School of Mines who are capable of successfully competing at the NCAA level.
- Maintain good relations with the parents of prospective and current student-athletes.
- Timely and respectful response to all recruiting communications.
- Travel for recruiting when necessary.
Other
- Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports in the intercollegiate program.
- Must be willing to work odd hours including early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.
- Failure to comply with all NCAA, RMAC and Colorado School of Mines regulations and policies will be cause for termination.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION S
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Experience in coaching wrestling at a competitive level.
- Professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment and manage stressful situations.
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.
Salary and Benefits
$3,500 total stipend, November 2026- April 2027
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.
- All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center .
- We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center .
- For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits .
Eligibility
- Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now nor in the future.
- 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 November 2, 2026. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice. For best consideration, apply by November 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. as applications received after that date may not be reviewed.
- Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.
About Mines & Golden, CO
When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society.
Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
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