Job Title: Paraprofessional (Human Biology and Kinesiology)

Department: Human Biology & Kinesiology

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 1733 Hours per year
• 10 Months per year
• 37.5 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

At Colorado College, 2,300 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here, students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission.

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional for Human Biology and Kinesiology provides a variety of support to department faculty and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist Human Biology and Kinesiology faculty in teaching blocks through tasks including setting up, proctoring, and cleaning labs, grading objective portions of assignments and assessments, providing transportation for field trips, hosting review sessions and office hours, and arranging learning spaces to facilitate course goals.
• Assist Human Biology and Kinesiology faculty in research blocks through tasks including setting up and cleaning up lab spaces, organizing administrative paperwork, maintaining inventory of lab spaces and equipment, assisting with data and equipment collection and distribution respectively, and supporting communication with participants.
• Maintain Human Biology and Kinesiology common spaces including the conference room, El Pomar Lab, Olin Hall Lab, and hallway through tasks including daily walk throughs.
• Promote the department of Human Biology and Kinesiology by maintaining and updating departmental bulletin boards, social media, canvas page, departmental website, as well as communicating with HBK minors and assisting in organization of social events and programming.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or minor in human biology, kinesiology or a related field; experience with equipment and testing procedures used for anaerobic and aerobic field and lab testing in humans; good communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds; ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students; a sense of responsibility and a commitment to excellence; ability to manage time and work priorities; word processing skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by Colorado College’s motor vehicle insurance carrier.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of computer hardware and software used in human physiology labs; coursework in human and exercise physiology; human dissection experience; and experience in biological or physiological research is preferred.

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

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 3/13/2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

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

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