Mines

Assistant Softball Coach/Assistant Equipment Room Manager

Colorado

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About the role

The Assistant Softball Coach/ Assistant Equipment Manager is responsible for supporting the athletic and academic development of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare.
Duties will be split approximately 65% softball coaching and 35% equipment room management.
Student Affairs - Demonstrate interest in and monitor academic progress of student-athletes and resulting overall well-being.

Assist the head coach in the coaching and training of the softball team; developing and conducting all in-season and out-of-season sessions throughout the year as deemed necessary and appropriate.
Develop comprehensive knowledge of softball in decision-making, delegating authority and in setting objectives.
Maintain good relations with the parents of prospective and current student-athletes.
Support and encourage student-athlete participation in community service and other outreach activities.
Collaborate ways to create a safe space for student-athletes to grow authentically.
Inventory and maintain equipment, uniforms and practice gear.
Manage the daily operations of one equipment room.
Perform field maintenance as assigned by the Head Softball Coach.

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree
Minimum of 2 years previous coaching experience at a high level softball high school or college program.
Strong understanding of social media best practices and the ability to produce and maintain an engaging presence through different channels.
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.
Must be fully knowledgeable and adhere to all rules and regulations of the NCAA, RMAC (as applicable) and Colorado School of Mines as amended from time to time.
Successfully complete all required NCAA coach's curriculum and trainings.
Must be willing to work odd hours including early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Demonstrated results leading and coaching a high-caliber sports program in a highly competitive, academic environment.
Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, RMAC and Colorado School of Mines preferred.
Minimum of 2 years previous coaching experience at the Division I or II level.
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.
$57,000- $61,000

Collaborate annual and long term recruiting strategies that reflect the University, Department and program values.

Cooperate with team physicians and Sports Medicine staff regarding health care and decisions of practice and participation of student-athletes.
Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
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.

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.
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.

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.
Colorado's premier engineering and applied science univer

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