Associate Athletics Director of Business Operations

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Associate Athletic Director of Business Operations

Western Colorado University invites applications for the position of Associate Athletic Director of Business Operations.

Responsibilities:  The Associate Athletics Director of Business Operations is responsible for managing resources (people, assets, finances) to effectively deliver Athletics services, programs, and events. This position is responsible for leadership, management, and oversight of the Athletics Admin front office including its functional areas consisting of budget and scholarship management, human resource management, sport supervision, the Mountaineer Athletics Association, special events, customer service and support to internal/external customers, software systems and training, raffle/bingo license and reporting, supervising Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC) and oversee of the Conference and Events Services financial and contractual operations. The incumbent will work closely with all Athletics Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, other members of the Athletics Administrative Team, Foundation staff, and GVH/Athletics Staff on day-to-day management of budgets, scholarships, personnel and support within the Athletics Department, as well as working with the Athletics Director on short-and long-range planning to strategically place the Athletics Department in a position to elevate operations and achieve Department goals.

Focus on process-improvement to create efficiencies within the Athletics Department operations, develop and maintain positive relationships, and provide excellent communication throughout the Department and with external customers / donors. The Associate Athletics Director of Business Operations will be required to function autonomously, while demonstrating strong leadership and teamwork. This position serves as part of the Athletics Department's Leadership Team.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree. Strong communication skills, human relations, problem solving and multi-tasking skills. Five (5) years of progressive leadership experience, including staff supervision, ideally within collegiate athletics. Willingness to work long, irregular hours.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree. Successful experience in administrative/managerial positions, business operations/management. Ability to develop, implement, and monitor budgets including scholarship fund management.

Compensation:  This is a full-time, twelve-month position with a salary range of $59,000 - 72,000. 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 tuition benefits.

How To Apply:  visit www.western.edu/jobs and use our online application.  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.

Application Deadline: August 30th 2025, at 11:59PM (MDT).

The start date for this position is as soon as possible after hire.

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 Re