Athletics Operations and Facilities Coordinator

Responsibilities:  The Athletic Operations and Facilities Coordinator reports to the Athletic Director and supervises student Interns and student workers during the year. This position also works collaboratively with the Athletics Department, Facilities Services, Accounting Services, and all away teams and staff visiting Western. The Athletic Operations and Facilities Coordinator is a full-time professional that will lead the Athletic Department facilities for the University, assist in Conference and Event Services, and assist with Athletic Special Events.

This person will be the point person for scheduling of all athletic facilities and fields.  Will need to coordinate with all teams, campus groups, and outside groups.  Assist in all athletic facility capital projects, renovations and retrofits.  Also will be the main liaison to Facility Services for daily facility maintenance and upkeep.  Directly in charge of all home events, game day operations and promotional events, including concessions, supplies, and ticketing, and manages VIP hospitality services. They will also establish and maintain client relations with both internal and external customers and Western stakeholders. Conduct site visits and tours. Meet, greet and provide excellent support service prior to, during, and after events.

In addition to excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills the Athletic Operations and Facilities Coordinator 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.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree . Ability to support significant evening and weekend work.  Self-motivated, detailed, organized and initiative necessary. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent customer service. Two years’ experience working in facility and event management. A current valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications:  Master’s degree in a related field. Two or more years of intercollegiate athletic administration. Experience and skills in event planning and management, facilities management, and student staff supervision. Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Office suite, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), etc. CPR and First Responder certified.

Compensation:  $51,500 annual salary. This position is FLSA 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.

How to Apply: Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Greg Hinze, Deputy Director of Athletics, 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 Greg Hinze, Deputy Director of Athletics at ghinze@western.edu

Application deadline is July 21, 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 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.

 
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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