Director of Athletics

Western Colorado University

5d • $150,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Western Colorado University invites energetic, collaborative, and visionary professionals to apply for the position of Director of Athletics. This unique opportunity allows a seasoned leader to build on the successes and traditions of a nationally recognized NCAA Division II athletics program. Reporting directly to the President of the University, the Director of Athletics serves on the President’s Cabinet and works closely with members of the Senior Cabinet. The Director of Athletics is responsible for the overall vision, leadership, strategic planning, and administration of Western Colorado University's comprehensive NCAA Division II Intercollegiate Athletics program, which includes 14 NCAA-sponsored teams, two varsity sport programs, and approximately 500 student-athletes. This role also oversees Junior Mountaineers and Conference and Event Services, managing approximately 40 annual events and serving nearly 8,000 attendees. The Director works closely with the Western Colorado University Foundation and Advancement Office to cultivate and steward relationships with alumni, donors, families, and external stakeholders to secure financial support for sport programs, capital improvements, and department-wide initiatives. This position leads with a focus on student-athlete success, competitive excellence, academic achievement, and community engagement. Full Position Prospectus: www.western.edu/DirectorofAthletics_Prospectus

Responsibilities

• overall vision
• leadership
• strategic planning
• administration of Western Colorado University's comprehensive NCAA Division II Intercollegiate Athletics program
• oversees Junior Mountaineers and Conference and Event Services
• managing approximately 40 annual events and serving nearly 8,000 attendees
• cultivate and steward relationships with alumni, donors, families, and external stakeholders to secure financial support for sport programs, capital improvements, and department-wide initiatives
• leads with a focus on student-athlete success, competitive excellence, academic achievement, and community engagement

Benefits

• excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan
• dental insurance
• retirement plan
• life insurance
• other insurance options
• free tuition for dependents enrolled full-time in undergraduate programs for up to four years (after one year of employment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees