Temporary Mining Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $24.00 - $27.00 Hourly
Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Temporary (9 months or less)
Job Number: JR108983
Department: Colorado School of Mines
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 1500 Illinois Street Golden CO 80401
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: Kathleen Feighny, kfeighny@mines.edu
Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply: Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.
Department Information
About Mines & Golden, CO
When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 36 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2025).
Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that's manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 "Very High Activity" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
Description of Job
Engineering a world of possibilities
Admissions Counselor, Temporary Position
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Temporary Admissions Counselor position is a part-time, campus-based, temporary non-faculty professional exempt position in the Office of Admissions at Colorado School of Mines. This position reports to the Director of Admissions for Recruitment Strategy and is a member of the Enrollment Management team. The Temporary Admissions Counselor is responsible for supporting the functional areas of Admissions, including first-year and transfer recruiting and enrollment, welcoming visitors to campus, event support, and other duties as assigned. This position may involve travel during the fall and spring semesters as needed to support the enrollment functions of the Colorado School of Mines.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment and Outreach (80%)

• Provide the highest level of customer service to prospective students, their families, school officials, and other campus constituents.
• Provide admission counseling and information to students, families, school officials, and other campus constituents.
• Support prospective students and families through the application process.
• Represent Mines at on- and off-campus events.
• Evaluate applicant credentials and independently make admissions decisions.

Visit and Event Support (15%)

• Provide support for daily visits and tours, including giving information sessions and welcoming visitors to campus.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

• Other duties as assigned to meet the objectives and goals of the program and/or Mines.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in college admissions, student services, customer service, or sales.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• A positive attitude and independent work ethic.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, responsibilities, and programs simultaneously.
• Strong project management, resourcefulness, use of good judgment, and the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned region for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as an admissions counselor.
• Experience using data to inform decisions.
• Experience using an admissions CRM, ideally Slate.
• Knowledge of recruitment strategies for selective STEM institutions.
• Bilingual.

Salary Range
$24 - $27/hour
This position is expected to work 15-30 hours per week, and ends no later than November 15th, 2026.
How to Apply
Applicants must:

• Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status)
• Upload a resume or CV
• Upload a cover letter

Contact Kathleen Feighny in HR at kfeighny@mines.edu with any questions. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position. This posting may be used to fill multiple openings.
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Additional Information and Reasonable Accommodation Requests
It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.
Equal Opportunity
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.
Colorado's premier engineering and applied science university for 150 years and counting
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