Job Title: Paraprofessional (Anthropology)

Department: Anthropology

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 1462.5 Hours per year
• 9 Months per year
• 37.5 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,100 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work.

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional (Anthropology) provides academic and administrative support to faculty, staff, and students during courses, field trips, and department events. Paraprofessionals will also develop and lead small-scale projects aimed at improving the department, contributing their skills to enhance its operations and initiatives. This position offers the paraprofessional the opportunity to apply and develop their unique skills and expertise in a professional setting with mentoring support.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty in teaching students, preparing classrooms and labs, running audio-visual equipment, assisting with grading, preparing print and digital materials, and performing other tasks as needed for the effective delivery of the department’s curriculum.
• Assist professors on field trips by helping with trip planning, driving, food purchasing, meal preparation, clean-up, and ensuring trip safety.
• Develop and implement projects that enhance the department’s operations and improve the curriculum.
• Develop and maintain the department’s website, social media, and hallway bulletin boards, and produce the departmental newsletter and event promotional materials.
• Act as a liaison and resource for students by mentoring senior capstones, supporting the Student Anthropological Society, maintaining and sharing information on post-graduate opportunities, and contributing to ongoing efforts to enhance department operations.
• Assist the departmental Academic Administrative Assistant with various tasks as needed.
• Support and attend department meetings, events, and activities.
• Represent and promote the Anthropology Department across campus, including at student-focused events developed by Admissions, Advising Hub, and similar.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree (a degree in Anthropology is not required)
• Strong communication skills; a sense of responsibility and commitment to excellence; effective time management and prioritization abilities; leadership skills; the ability to build positive relationships with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
• A clean driving record and a valid driver's license including driver’s certification from CC Facilities
• Advanced word processing skills; and a willingness to learn and develop proficiency in additional software programs that support the department's curriculum and outreach (e.g., Canva, Google Forms, NVivo).

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Colorado College’s Anthropology Department or related disciplines; strong research skills; and experience conducting fieldwork or working in outdoor environments. 

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

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: 04/27/2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

If you have questions, please email singram@coloradocollege.edu, Chair of the Anthropology Department.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $20.03 per hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Explore the Department: Learn more about the Anthropology Department, https://www.coloradocollege.edu/academics/dept/anthropology/

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html