Posting DetailsPosting Details
LogoInstitution South Dakota Mines
Working Title Assistant Football Coach - Offensive Line
Posting Number NFE03051P
Department SDSMT-Football
Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City
Posting TextSouth Dakota Mines is seeking an Assistant Football Coach-Offensive Line to serve under the direction of the Head Football Coach. This is a 11-month benefited position and is off contract from June 22 through July 21. The selected individual will assist the offensive coordinator in coordinating the offense, coach the offensive front and develop drills and practice plans for the offensive line, assist with strength and conditioning training both in season and out of season, assist with recruitment of student athletes based upon input from the head coach, demonstrate a commitment to the head coach and to the athletic department and university, teach an activity class if assigned, develop a quality off-season weight and strength program for all positions, assist in the responsibility for student athlete academic and citizenship success, assist with development and implementation of daily practice plans and game day planning, assist with opponent and player evaluation, and support the positive player development program. The successful candidate will assume a positive public posture actively representing the football program, the athletic department, and the university at public functions, alumni functions, civic functions, and fundraising events.
Qualifications:- A bachelor's degree is required; master's degree is preferred.
- Prior college football playing and/or coaching is strongly preferred.
Applications must be made online at
https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an
excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or
hr@sdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin May 12, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Attach a cover letter, a resume, and the name, phone number and email address of three professional references.
Posting Date 05/05/2026
Closing DateOpen Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 05/12/2026
Advertised Salary $40,000 - $44,000 dependent on education and experience
Duration of the Term 11 months
If Other, describe durationAppointment Percent 91.7% (11 months at 100% effort)
Work HoursTypical Hours Worked Per WeekAppointment Type Regular
Faculty Status No
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of searchThis position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
If other, please indicateDepartment Description and Cultural ExpectationsFounded in 1885,
South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment.
Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementSouth Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.
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