Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Position Summary:

Job Description:

Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach. This is an in-person, 12-month position. The position reports to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach.

Responsibilities:  Include, but are not limited to assisting the Head Basketball Coach in the day-to-day operations of a Division II program; ensure that the Basketball program demonstrates a commitment to academics and to maintain compliance with NCAA, RMAC, Western Colorado University, and State of Colorado rules and regulations; recruit student-athletes for Western Colorado University; practice & game preparation; promote Western Colorado Athletics through functions and events; run summer camps; perform additional duties as assigned by the University; and help build an overall strong culture within the program and athletic department

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, 1 year of collegiate playing experience and/or coaching experience. Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA Division II basketball practices & regulations.  Ability to establish good report and relationships with players, administrators, staff, alumni, and the general public.

Preferred Qualifications: Coaching experience at the collegiate level & playing experience at the collegiate level.

Compensation: This is a full-time, twelve-month position with an initial salary of $40,560. Western provides excellent, shared-contribution insurance and retirement plans, paid time off and access to other University benefits

How to Apply:  Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs . Required attachments for online application include letter of application addressed to Adam Jacobson, 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.

Position Summary:

Job Description:

Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach. This is an in-person, 12-month position. The position reports to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach.

Responsibilities:  Include, but are not limited to assisting the Head Basketball Coach in the day-to-day operations of a Division II program; ensure that the Basketball program demonstrates a commitment to academics and to maintain compliance with NCAA, RMAC, Western Colorado University, and State of Colorado rules and regulations; recruit student-athletes for Western Colorado University; practice & game preparation; promote Western Colorado Athletics through functions and events; run summer camps; perform additional duties as assigned by the University; and help build an overall strong culture within the program and athletic department

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, 1 year of collegiate playing experience and/or coaching experience. Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA Division II basketball practices & regulations.  Ability to establish good report and relationships with players, administrators, staff, alumni, and the general public.

Preferred Qualifications: Coaching experience at the collegiate level & playing experience at the collegiate level.

Compensation: This is a full-time, twelve-month position with an initial salary of $40,560. Western provides excellent, shared-contribution insurance and retirement plans, paid time off and access to other University benefits

How to Apply:  Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs . Required attachments for online application include letter of application addressed to Adam Jacobson, 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 Head Coach at ajacobson@western.edu .

Application deadline is August 25th, 2025 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 takes a firm and unyielding stance in support of diversity, inclusivity, scientific inquiry and creative expression. Western is dedicated to building a culturally diverse campus community and fostering a university culture that is cognizant and inclusive of all backgrounds and identities, including those that have been historically underrepresented in higher education. It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. Please see the Board of Trustees Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the Division for Justice and Inclusion, and the DEIJ+ Committee Charge for more information.

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
 

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