Assistant Football Coach
Posting Number: JR108131
Location: Colorado
Engineering a world of possibilities
The Assistant Football Coach will assist the Head Football Coach in directing all activities of the football program within NCAA, RMAC and Colorado School of Mines policies, guidelines, and procedures. The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for supporting the athletic and academic development of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as Assistant Football Coach which includes coaching and decision making for the defense- may have specific responsibilities for one or more position groups.
Assist in the recruitment of student-athletes and maintain a culture of personal accountability in student-athlete academic and athletic performance and conduct.
Monitor academic performance and overall well-being of student-athletes.
Under the supervision of the Head Football Coach, assist in the planning and direction of all practices and game activities.
Assist with the preparation, organization, design and implementation of effective off-season programs, scouting reports and recruiting systems.
Must be willing to participate in community engagement and donor relations in conjunction with the Director of Athletics and Head Football Coach.
Under the direction of the Head Football Coach, plan and execute youth and prospect summer camps.
Attend meetings as necessary.
Travel, both in-state, and out of state, for contests and recruiting is required.
Effective and timely preparation and management of administrative functions related to the football program is required.
Successfully complete all required NCAA coaches' curriculum and trainings.
Facilitate team travel arrangements.
Must be willing to work odd hours including, nights, weekends and holidays.
Responsible for physical activity class instruction.
Positively represent Colorado School of Mines and the Department of Athletics, including acting and dressing appropriately in practices, games and within the community. Teach sportsmanship and set a good moral example to Mines' student-athletes.
Failure to comply with all NCAA, RMAC and Colorado School of Mines regulations and policies will be cause for termination.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Experience in coaching football at the collegiate level.
CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
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
Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Demonstrated results leading and coaching a high-caliber sports program in a highly competitive, academic environment.
Ability to represent a public persona that aligns with Mines values.
Ability to work with the 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 and BENEFITS
$60,000- $65,000 annual salary
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.
Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:
Flexible health and dental care options
Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year - including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
Fully vested retirement plan on first dayof employment, with generous employer contribution
Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
Free RTD Ecopass
All Mines employees also have access to https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines https://minesathletics.com/ home games, as well as access to the state of the art https://minesathletics.com/facilities/student-recreation-center/13 (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the https://minesathletics.com/sports/2016/7/10/outdoor-recreation-home.aspx. We are proud to have recently opened an on https://www.mines.edu/human-resources/employee-total-rewards/benefits/faculty-staff-benefits/more-for-you-aa/mines-early-childhood-center/. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit https://www.mines.edu/human-resources/benefits/.
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 February 7, 2026. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice. For best consideration, apply by February 6, 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. Today, we are the No. 36 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2025).
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.
At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that's manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 "Very High Activity" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.
That size - roughly 8,200 undergraduate and graduate students - also translates to a close-knit campus community, where employees have opportunities to get involved in multiple ways, continued professional learning is valued and everyone can make an impact.
Community Alliance groups bring together employees for professional development, networking, and community involvement, and all Mines employees also have access to the wealth of activities happening every day on campus - nationally-renowned speakers, special events and Mines traditions like Engineering Days, just to name a few.
And don't get us started on our hometown. We are located in the heart of Golden, Colorado --with its charming historic downtown and nearby hiking trails - and in close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play.
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