Head Women's Swim Coach

Position Summary:

Job Description:

Head Women’s Swimming Coach

Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Head Women’s Swim Coach.   Western’s NCAA division II program competes in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. The Head Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and is supported by 1-3 part-time assistant coaches.

Responsibilities:  The Head Women’s Swim Coach is responsible for providing leadership, planning, organizing and administering all aspects of the Western’s Women’s Swimming program. The incumbent will be responsible for fostering and supporting student-athlete welfare, recruiting highly qualified student-athletes, practice scheduling and competitions, coaching athletes in practice and competition, maintaining a strong academic environment, supervising coaching staff, maintaining budget, conducting and managing all facets of camps, cultivating alumni, direct involvement working with program-specific fundraising as well as participation in Athletic Department fundraising.

Supervise the Aquatics Director/Assistant Swimming Coach.  Assist in the management operations of the aquatics facilities, policies and pool schedule for open swim, swim activities, swimming programs. Provides excellent skilled instruction, training, and strategies to achieve success. Assists in the maintenance of the pools, to include chemistry, climate control, cleanliness and related pool needs. Assist in maintenance and repair of aquatics facilities and equipment. Responsible for working with the Athletics Facilities & Operations Coordinator to ensure that the pool facility is clean and in good repair.  This includes scheduling appropriate time for routine and deep cleaning as well as maintenance, both routine and preventative, of all pool systems. Limited other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Previous collegiate level swimmer or coaching experience as club swim coach or NCAA swimming coach
• Valid driver’s license.

Position Summary:

Job Description:

Head Women’s Swimming Coach

Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Head Women’s Swim Coach.   Western’s NCAA division II program competes in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. The Head Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and is supported by 1-3 part-time assistant coaches.

Responsibilities:  The Head Women’s Swim Coach is responsible for providing leadership, planning, organizing and administering all aspects of the Western’s Women’s Swimming program. The incumbent will be responsible for fostering and supporting student-athlete welfare, recruiting highly qualified student-athletes, practice scheduling and competitions, coaching athletes in practice and competition, maintaining a strong academic environment, supervising coaching staff, maintaining budget, conducting and managing all facets of camps, cultivating alumni, direct involvement working with program-specific fundraising as well as participation in Athletic Department fundraising.

Supervise the Aquatics Director/Assistant Swimming Coach.  Assist in the management operations of the aquatics facilities, policies and pool schedule for open swim, swim activities, swimming programs. Provides excellent skilled instruction, training, and strategies to achieve success. Assists in the maintenance of the pools, to include chemistry, climate control, cleanliness and related pool needs. Assist in maintenance and repair of aquatics facilities and equipment. Responsible for working with the Athletics Facilities & Operations Coordinator to ensure that the pool facility is clean and in good repair.  This includes scheduling appropriate time for routine and deep cleaning as well as maintenance, both routine and preventative, of all pool systems. Limited other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Previous collegiate level swimmer or coaching experience as club swim coach or NCAA swimming coach
• Valid driver’s license.
• Water Safety Instructor Trainer, CPR/ First Aid with Red Cross AED/Oxygen Knowledge / Lifeguard or a willingness to get all listed certifications prior to start date.
• Knowledge of coaching methods.
• Ability to travel, including domestic/international air travel, and availability to work days/nights/weekends/holidays.
• Knowledge of all RMAC Conference and NCAA rules/bylaws.
• Able to be a positive representative of the Western Colorado University at all times.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student-athletes and the general student body.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree. 
• Three years collegiate swim coaching experience. 
• Certified Pool Operator

Compensation: Salary range of $55,000-$62,000. 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.

Application Procedure:  Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs . Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Deputy Athletic Director Greg Hinze, resume, cover letter, 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 the search committee chair at ghinze@western.edu .

Application deadline is March 2, 2026 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.

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