Posting number: JR108940
Department: Colorado School of Mines
Job classification: NON-CLASSIFIED
Posting type: Open
Categories: Mental Health, Public Health, Education, Miscellaneous, Human Services, Student Services, Higher Education, Counseling
This position may be eligible for hybrid work in Colorado and requires a minimum of 3 day per week on campus in Golden, Colorado. Onboarding for this position includes introduction and integration with Research, Faculty, and campus partners. It will involve training on policies and procedures, and technical training opportunities for systems and technology required for this role.
Engineering a world of possibilities
This part-time University Counselor position is primarily responsible for supporting the mental health and well-being of the Mines student body through the provision of high-quality clinical, consultation and education services. This 24-hour/week position reports 3 days per week, 8 hours per day throughout the calendar year.
This work takes place in a hybrid environment, with on campus presence required at least twice a week. Required working hours for the current opening are 8 AM – 5 PM in the office on Mondays and Thursdays and 8 AM – 5 PM remotely on Tuesdays.
Primary Responsibilities
Direct Service: Maintain an individual clinical caseload of students to assist with developmental issues or more severe psychological concerns. Clinical services can take the form of initial intake assessments, single-sessions, brief therapy, and crisis stabilization. As appropriate, refer students to local mental health providers or other campus/community resources based on clinical judgment within the center’s scope of care. Provide appropriate electronic clinical documentation in accordance with professional ethical and department standards.
Consultation: Provide consultation to parents, faculty and staff as needed to assist with understanding of students’ psychological needs, treatment and disposition planning. Consult, collaborate and serve as a resource to key departments in the Student Life and Academic divisions on campus.
Outreach (workshops/groups): Provide alternate service platforms to students with regard to mental health issues or specific program topics targeting certain populations. Participate in the center’s rotation of seminars and workshops, drop-in hours and support groups. Utilize technological platforms to provide psychoeducational and support services.
Crisis Intervention: Provide crisis intervention (walk-in) when necessary. Consult with appropriate entities (administrators, care providers, hospitals, etc.) regarding crisis planning, resolution and care coordination.
Minimum Qualifications
Salary and Benefits
Full time salary is $69,166 - $73,333.
Salary will be prorated based on FTE. 60% FTE rate is $41,500 - $44,000.
Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:
All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits
How to Apply
Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status) by visiting the University Counselor job posting
Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.
Application review will begin July 26, 2026. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice. For best consideration, apply by July 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. as applications received after that date may not be reviewed.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.
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.
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.
That size – roughly 8,200 undergraduate and graduate students – also translates to a close-knit campus community, where employees have opportunities to get involved in multiple ways, continued professional learning is valued and everyone can make an impact.
Community Alliance groups bring together employees for professional development, networking, and community involvement, and all Mines employees also have access to the wealth of activities happening every day on campus – nationally-renowned speakers, special events and Mines traditions like Engineering Days, just to name a few.
And don’t get us started on our hometown. We are located in the heart of Golden, Colorado --with its charming historic downtown and nearby hiking trails – and in close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play.
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 community where our individual perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
Serve the needs of the State of Colorado through a number of subdivisions. The Colorado Judicial, Legislative, and Executive branches form the government for the State of Colorado. "A Career should be about believing in what you do and making a positive impact on your community. That is a career that makes you proud; that is a career with distinction."- Mary Mullarkey, Chief Justice of the Colorado Supreme Court.
