Position Summary:
Job Description:
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach. The position reports to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach.
Responsibilities: The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for recruiting and helping to maintain eligibility within the program. This position will also assist with practice planning and the ordering and maintenance of equipment. Thorough work through scouting and game preparation will be essential. There will also be an emphasis to help with student-athlete development and academic support. The position will also help to organize and implement travel plans and also help with adherence to all compliance. The marketing and planning of summer camps, along with fundraising efforts and any other duties as assigned will also be part of the role. This position will also work to identify potential workers through work study.
Minimum Qualifications:
Position Summary:
Job Description:
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach. The position reports to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach.
Responsibilities: The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for recruiting and helping to maintain eligibility within the program. This position will also assist with practice planning and the ordering and maintenance of equipment. Thorough work through scouting and game preparation will be essential. There will also be an emphasis to help with student-athlete development and academic support. The position will also help to organize and implement travel plans and also help with adherence to all compliance. The marketing and planning of summer camps, along with fundraising efforts and any other duties as assigned will also be part of the role. This position will also work to identify potential workers through work study.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation: $40,560 annual salary. This position is FLSA exempt and is NOT eligible for overtime. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
How to Apply: Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs . Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Zac Claus, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, a resume, and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to the Zac Claus at zclaus@western.edu .
Application deadline is three (3) days from the posting date at 11:59PM (MDT).
Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western’s faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit http://www.western.edu to learn more about the university.
Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community. Living in the valley, one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals, exhibitions, performances, wellness activities, and more. In the winter, many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country trails. In the summer, bikers, hikers, and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails, while others delight in fishing, boating, and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by the highly-ranked Gunnison Watershed School District.
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
Western Colorado University record compared to the conference
School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
---|---|---|---|---|
Colorado School of Mines | 18–2 | 29–5 | — | — |
Regis University (Colorado) | 14–6 | 18–14 | — | — |
Colorado Mesa University | 13–7 | 19–10 | — | — |
Metropolitan State University of Denver | 13–7 | 19–10 | — | — |
Black Hills State University | 13–7 | 18–12 | — | — |
Fort Lewis College | 12–8 | 19–12 | — | — |
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | 11–9 | 17–12 | — | — |
Chadron State College | 11–9 | 15–14 | — | — |
Colorado Christian University | 9–11 | 13–15 | — | — |
Westminster University | 7–13 | 13–15 | — | — |
Colorado State University-Pueblo | 7–13 | 12–16 | — | — |
Adams State University | 7–13 | 12–16 | — | — |
Western Colorado University | 6–14 | 8–19 | — | — |
New Mexico Highlands University | 5–15 | 12–16 | — | — |
South Dakota School of the Mines | 4–16 | 4–24 | — | — |
Western Colorado University past performance
Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
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2025-2026 |
![]() Zac Claus |
– | – | |
2024-2025 |
![]() Zac Claus |
![]() Seth Yates Departing
|
6–14 | 8–19 |
2023-2024 |
![]() Zac Claus |
– | – | |
2022-2023 |
![]() Bradd Schafer |
2–20 | 4–22 | |
2021-2022 |
![]() Bradd Schafer |
4–18 | 5–23 | |
2020-2021 |
![]() Bradd Schafer |
– | 6–12 | |
2019-2020 |
![]() Bradd Schafer |
11–11 | 14–14 | |
2018-2019 |
![]() Bradd Schafer |
3–19 | 6–22 |
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