Colorado College (“CC”) is a private, four-year, highly selective liberal arts college of 2,100 undergraduate students and a small Master of Arts in teaching program. It is located on a 99-acre campus adjacent to downtown, ‘Olympic City’, Colorado Springs. The campus sits on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains at the foot of Pikes Peak. The college operates an innovative curricular approach, known as the Block Plan, which entails students taking one course at a time for three and a half weeks, with the academic year divided into eight “blocks.” The Colorado College Department of Athletics sponsors 17 varsity programs. Fifteen programs compete at the NCAA Division III level and two at the Division I level. Division III programs are members of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC), except for Men’s Lacrosse (independent) and Women’s Lacrosse (WIAC affiliate). Division I Men’s Hockey is a member of the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) and Division I Women’s Soccer competes as an affiliate member of the Mountain West Conference (MWC).

Job Summary

The primary function of this position is to assist in the day-to-day operations of a highly competitive Division III program.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and coach student athletes.
• Contribute to competitive success through effectively teaching team and individual skills connected with team and player development.
• Recruit and retain prospective student athletes while adhering to the philosophy of Colorado College and appropriate NCAA Division III and Conference Rules.
• Serve as an ambassador of Colorado College; support and represent the mission of the college as well identify prospective student athletes who can thrive in a championship culture that sustains academic excellence.
• Supplement a liberal arts education by holistically engaging student athletes around the sport of basketball, by helping them develop foundational skill sets such as time management, preparation and work ethics that build self-efficacy and contribute directly to the team’s competitive success.
• Utilize various technology platforms, video and sport-specific software programs for coaching, instruction, contest preparation, completion of scouting reports as well as the execution of recruiting duties.
• Assist Head Coach in administrative tasks to include travel coordination, equipment management, student athlete support as well as campus involvement and engagement by the basketball program.
• Assist in program fund raising, alumni relations, clinics, and community service projects.
• Abide by all conference, NCAA, and Colorado College rules, regulations and bylaws.
• Summer Camp Director responsible for the organization, promotion, and entire operation of CC Summer Basketball Camps
• Assist Athletics Department and Colorado College Special Event and Game Operations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution plus a minimum of three years playing/coaching experience at the collegiate level; proficient in computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic knowledge scouting software, recruiting software, social media platforms and video editing software; proven ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds, including those associated with race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socio-economic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity; available to work evening and weekend hours and to travel extensively, often by airplane. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by Colorado College’s motor vehicle insurance carrier.

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC’s insurance plan)

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment – for full consideration, apply by: April 6; applications will be reviewed immediately
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Required documents include a cover letter, resume and three professional references. Review of resumes will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Please contact Jeff Conarroe, Head Men’s Basketball Coach with questions: jconarroe@coloradocollege.edu

Colorado College is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, or sexual orientation in our educational programs and activities or our employment practices.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $45,000 to $50,000 per year

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