Job Title: Temporary Division III Assistant Coach - Women's Volleyball

Department: Volleyball, Women

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 1040 Hours per year
• 6 Months per year (from July 2026 to December 2026)
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

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), with the exception of 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 provide mentorship and instruction to student-athletes within the women’s volleyball program as we seek to win an SCAC championship and represent Colorado College in the NCAA tournament.

Responsibilities

• Instruct student athletes in the proper execution of sport-specific techniques, strategies, and conditioning; provide education through practice and individual/small group workouts. Provide instruction in similar ways regarding leadership development and team building.
• Develop and maintain positive, professional and effective communication with student athletes. Meet with small groups of student-athletes and individual student-athletes on a regular basis.
• Utilize video and VOLLEYMETRICS for coaching, instruction, contest preparation, completion of scouting reports, offering game plan thoughts, and post-contest film review for both student athlete and staff development.
• Recruit highly qualified student-athletes to a competitive academic and athletic environment through phone calls, electronic communication, video conferences, personal visits, and attendance at recruiting events; identify prospects through the use of scouting, video evaluation, communicating with coaches, and other methods.
• Assist in travel coordination for team trips and recruiting trips.
• Assist in program fundraising, gear/supply design and ordering, alumni relations outreach, marketing and execution of camps/clinics, and development of community service projects.
• Promote the program through developing/maintaining a positive and consistent team social media presence.
• Serve as a game day event supervisor for select events for other programs.
• Abide by conference, NCAA, and Colorado College rules, regulations and bylaws. Be an active member of the AVCA. Engage in professional development annually.
• Actively support the college’s plan to be an antiracist institution by understanding, engaging with, and promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in the college community.
• Reinforce mental health as a priority for our student-athletes and be versed in departmental/campus resources.
• This position requires candidates to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and be able to travel extensively via ground transportation as well as air travel.
• Serve as liaison for marketing and social media content and strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution plus a minimum of three years playing/coaching experience at the college level
• Proficient in computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and social media platforms
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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:

• Supervises Staff & Students
• Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC's insurance plan)

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - This position may close without notice. For full consideration, apply by: 5/20/2026
• 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 Nikki Binetti, Interim Head Coach, Volleyball with questions: nbinetti2025@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.

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:

• $3,890.25 monthly

What We Offer:

• Colorado College offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees who meet eligibility requirements. In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), health coverage is available to eligible employees working 30+ hours per week.
• Paid sick time- accrual of 0.0333 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Wellness benefits including 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