Position Summary: Job Description: Assistant Track and Field Coach Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Track and Field Coach. The position reports to the Head Track and Field Coach and works closely with the athletic department and is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the operation of the Track and Field Program in adherence to NCAA, RMAC and institutional rules and regulations. Responsibilities: The Assistant Track and Field Coach is responsible for teaching and coaching student-athletes to develop and acquire technical and physical knowledge to be a competitive intercollegiate student-athlete. Assists in fostering the academic, physical and emotional well-being of each team member by actively encouraging and supporting the academic success of team members and building positive team culture. Identifying talent and recruiting outstanding student-athletes to Western Colorado University. Assisting in all aspects of the operation of the Track and Field Program in adherence to the NCAA, RMAC and institutional rules and regulations. Assist with the administration of the Track and Field program budget including fundraising events, team travel arrangements, team equipment and uniforms, and summer camps. Minimum Qualifications: Please see below. * Bachelor's Degree * Valid Driver's License * Strong communication skills * Ability to support significant evening and weekend work * Proven organizational and recruiting skills * Ability to establish good rapport and relationships with players, administrators, staff, alumni, and the general public * Knowledge of NCAA Division II Track & Field practices and regulations * Three years of collegiate competitive experience. Preferred Qualifications: Please see below. * Master's Degree * Two years collegiate Track & Field coaching experience Compensation: The annual salary range is $36,000.00-38,000.00 and is FSLA Exempt. 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. Application Procedure: Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include resume, cover letter and references. Please direct questions to Deputy Director of Athletics, Greg Hinze at ghinze@western.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a successful candidate is hired. Note: If transcripts are required for your application, you may redact information that identifies your age, date of birth, dates of attendance, or graduation from the educational institution. If a degree is required for employment, 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