GUNNISON, Colo. Western Colorado University invites applications for the position of Deputy Athletics Director, a newly created position within the Mountaineer athletics department.

Position Summary: Western is seeking an experienced professional for Deputy Director of NCAA Athletics.

Job Description:
Responsibilities:  The Deputy Athletics Director reports to the Athletics Director. This position directly supervises offices and personnel which manage the following functions: athletics communication, athletics facilities and events, business operations, compliance and conference and event services.  The Deputy Athletics Director is a full-time professional that will be responsible for assisting the Director of Athletics in the overall management, supervision, and leadership of the department. The position also provides leadership to assigned primary intercollegiate athletics functions, including but not limited to conference & event services, human resources, facility operations, compliance, business operations, risk management, marketing, communications, and engagement.

The position will supervise coaches and the day-to-day management of assigned varsity teams in alignment with department sport supervisor expectations.  They also provide supporting leadership/oversight to additional department areas, including but not limited to medical services, student-athlete welfare, athletic conference compliance, academic success, and Title IX compliance.

In addition to excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills the Deputy Athletics Director will exhibit qualities of emotional maturity, genuineness, self-confidence, common sense and good judgment. This person should also possess the ability to make good, consistent and fair decisions based on available information as well as to be able to work with cross-functional teams and to foster teamwork.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to support significant evening and weekend work. Professional attitude. Excellent customer service. Ability to work with cross functional teams and to foster teamwork. Excellent interpersonal skills· Self-motivation and initiative necessary. Minimum of at least three years in Intercollegiate Athletics, Higher Education, Professional sports or applicable leadership business/industry role.

Minimum of three years overseeing support staff. Experience working efficiently with student-athletes, coaches, and officials. Experience working in a higher education setting. A current valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications:  Master's degree in a related field. Good judgment, personal integrity, and honesty. Creativity and innovation; ability to work independently and collaboratively. Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Office suite, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), etc. Minimum of at least five years in Intercollegiate Athletics, Higher Education, Professional sports or applicable leadership business/industry role. Minimum of five years overseeing support staff. Experience in and understanding of all reports and forms required by NCAA and RMAC rules and guidelines. Three or more years overseeing professional or support staff. Three or more years of managing a team, department, or equivalent organization's budget. Working knowledge of Workday. Working knowledge of Arms. Demonstrated experience and skills in event planning and management, facilities management, and student staff supervision.

Compensation:  This is a full-time, twelve-month position with an initial base salary range of $70,000-$90,000. Position is eligible for an excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance plans with low co-pays and low out-of-pocket maximums, generous paid time off, a shared contribution retirement plan, and, following one year of employment, tuition benefits.

What you need to apply: Required attachments to your online application include a letter of application addressed to Miles Van Hee, Director of Athletics, along with a current resume, and contact information for three references.

Applications will be accepted beginning immediately.  Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  The start date for this position is as soon as possible after hire.

Note: Official transcripts (unopened or delivered directly to HR) are required upon hire; copies/scans submitted during application will not serve the purpose of official transcripts upon hire. 

Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 graduate and undergraduate students, the majority of which reside on the campus and in the community.  With average class sizes of 17 students, faculty and staff share a strong commitment to inclusivity and personalized, immersive education. They are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. Western is committed to continual growth in regard to diversity, equity, and inclusivity and promotes participation in DEI initiatives from students, faculty, staff, and the community. Please see our diversity statement, and our DEI Committee charge.

The University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, a rural community 200 miles southwest of Denver and the gateway to Crested Butte, a world class ski community.  K-12 students are served by the award-winning Gunnison Watershed School District. Both communities value the arts, quality of life, community-based wrap around services for children and adults, and continued personal growth and learning opportunities. At an elevation of 7,700 feet in the southern Rocky Mountains, the Gunnison Valley provides exceptional year-round outdoor recreational and cultural opportunities including summer arts and music festivals, mountain biking, skiing, kayak/rafting, rock climbing, hiking and camping… all within minutes of the campus.

Visit http://www.western.edu to learn more about the university.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Western Colorado University believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (for state classified positions, with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Please see our diversity statement, and our DEII Committee charge.

ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.

WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
 
About Us
At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.